Do you know where your kids are . . . online? Boasting more than 100 million users, the MySpace online community is the second most-visited site on the internet. It has become a gathering place for teens and young adults---a virtual hangout where friends (and strangers) share thoughts, pictures, music, videos, and more. Should you be concerned? What can you do to protect your kids? Are there valuable uses for MySpace? Jason Illian demonstrates that with careful use and close monitoring, MySpace can help kids facilitate relationships and help parents understand and interact with their children's world like never before. In addition to teaching you how to log on to MySpace and set up an account, this valuable guide explains how you can talk with your kids about their MySpace communications, join groups, set up filters and alerts, and track your kids' online activities.
Information includes how to: Understand what the world of MySpace is all about and what it means to your kidsAvoid leaving 'virtual footprints' that online predators could followBlock unwanted, inappropriate online comments and pictures from othersDevelop a family computer policy that facilitates appropriate parental supervision |
