Did I do the right thing?

[Shorty]

I guess he's not smart enough to know about pc "history" yet. [/quote=RTicUL8]

I'm a computer illiterate, but would like to see where my kid's been snoopin'- can anyone elaborate on how to see where a computer has been? I know, stupid question AND off topic, but I've always wondered and I'm too stupid to figure it out:wave1:

 

[Lowrange2]

Try "Ctrl+H" Sorta depends on how the history is set up.

Tools:Internet options:Settings (beside history)

 

[Shorty]

OK, so I'm looking in the history when I'm logged on to the browser-- right?

is there anything kept in the history of the computer itself? I know my kid's smart enough to clear the immediate history (it's always empty when I look) but I'm the dumbest sleuth on Earth when it comes to this "new-fangled electronic stuff"

thanx for the start-- I'm betting you grew up when schools had computers-- damn you!

 

[xjtrailrider]

I have VNC Viewer on my kids computers, they are not allowed on unless the viewer is turned on(I have my router set up to allow our MACS only, so if I want them off the computer I just delete the MAC from the filter)if the viewer is not turned on I drop thier MAC and wala....no internet!

I have VNC viewer on my laptop as well so I just sit back and watch them while I watch TV or work on the heaps. Thier computers are not on the MAC list unless I'm at home.

They call me the computer nazis! The wife calls me the computer cop.

I've busted thier chops a few times being in the "wrong" places for their age.

Really the best thing to do is to make yourself the admin on their computer and filter the crap out of what they can look at, also put the computer in a room that you are in the most like a family room and could walk by them at anytime, that will keep them honest. You also need to have a way to shut it down when you do not want them on the PC.

 

[Shorty]

I've set strict guidelines and their computer is in the kitchen in plain view at all times. I am still working on a relationship based on the "trust, but verify" principal at this time. We have had honest and frank discussions in the past about things I would rather approach and clarify before anyone else gets the chance to, but I know where curiosity can lead.. I was just hoping to stay a step ahead.

I'm still wrestling with the idea of shielding them from something that I know they're gonna be exposed to anyway. I might just be naive, but I feel that I can address any issue better than friends at school or whoever else gets the chance and with proper discussion, it won't be such a "rush" to explore it on the internet.

 

[Spudboy]

I have two concerns when someone is using my mother's computer or mine. When they are surfing for porn, they frequently download spyware and viruses, and the young and stupid may inadvertently click on a a kiddy-porn link. It's all fun and games until the FBI shows up.

We recently had the virus/spyware issue with my mothers computer (downloaded by my nephew) and it was a nasty one. The only way to clear it was to do a system restore that took it back to the factory set-up (Dell computer) I was able to save the small amount of data she had, but we had to reload a bunch of programs that she uses.

So I guess I would be inclined to tell your MIL to lock the computer room when the kid is around. I'm also wondering if there are some psych issues that may need to be addressed, but I'm no expert in that area.

 

[xjtrailrider]

I've set strict guidelines and their computer is in the kitchen in plain view at all times. I am still working on a relationship based on the "trust, but verify" principal at this time. We have had honest and frank discussions in the past about things I would rather approach and clarify before anyone else gets the chance to, but I know where curiosity can lead.. I was just hoping to stay a step ahead.

I'm still wrestling with the idea of shielding them from something that I know they're gonna be exposed to anyway. I might just be naive, but I feel that I can address any issue better than friends at school or whoever else gets the chance and with proper discussion, it won't be such a "rush" to explore it on the internet.

I agree with the trust issue, but they are kids and they will try, trust me! Staying a step ahead of them is a day and night job!

 

[Shorty]

I agree with the trust issue, but they are kids and they will try, trust me! Staying a step ahead of them is a day and night job!

yeah, I know. I guess I'm still stuck in the mindset that "I know what I did and still turned out ok" (despite my ex's opinions) and am afraid to shelter them to the point that they are ill-equipped to compete in todays world. I'm just searching for the balance between ill-prepared and "over" prepared.

 

[xjtrailrider]

yeah, I know. I guess I'm still stuck in the mindset that "I know what I did and still turned out ok" (despite my ex's opinions) and am afraid to shelter them to the point that they are ill-equipped to compete in todays world. I'm just searching for the balance between ill-prepared and "over" prepared.

Its a fine line to walk!

When you find the right balance, write a book, it will be a best seller! Being a parent is the toughest, most passionate thing I have done in my life. Its a job that is never finished.