It is inevitable that your kids are spending too much time on the computer. And because of that, we tend to get worried about them. You should know that computer is also part of their learning process and it helps them communicate and understand the modern world. What parents can do is make rules about their usage of the internet by putting up monitoring programs to block unnecessary sites or track their online trails.
Rules are important. But establishing it after they experienced some unwanted sites, no good. Instead, establish it beforehand. The rules that you create govern their use of the internet and may discipline themselves from visiting the site again. Rules such as to remind them that they should not share confidential information about themselves or the family or they’re home to unknown strangers via internet. Information like home address, phone numbers, time in and out of the house, name of school, and so many more. Also you should not share photos and passwords to your account or bank accounts to total strangers. If someone is bullying offensively, do not respond to it. It may cause your children to face that person personally and possibly kidnap them for ransom or harm them. Set up a curfew for your children, too. This will help them manage their time on using the internet.
When you’re done setting up rules, talk to your children about it and make them understand the rules. Tell them how important those rules are. Trust them that they will follow the rules. You should not stalk to them to know if they are really following the rules. In this way, you can teach them the concept of self-discipline at an early age of there lives.

