Youtube – Did You Know?
Terms of agreement at Youtube states you will NOT use the service if you are under 13yrs of age! 12. Ability to Accept Terms of Service You affirm that you are either more than 18 years of age, or an emancipated minor, or possess legal parental or guardian consent, and are fully able and competent […]
What is Instragram?
100million users have Instagram & Facebook paid $1billion for it. Time for parents to understand what Instagram is: I have provided two links below (and verified them) First – Understand What it is: http://www.businessinsider.com/what-is-instagram-2012-4?op=1 Second – Why you need to understand what it is: http://www.whptv.com/news/local/story/Photos-on-Instagram-showing-teens-more-than/biPTFFTlX0OJMHi93s0LOg.cspx
What is Tumblr? My Child Wants It
Tumblr went online in 2007 and is home to 74.2 million blogs and more than 31.9 billion posts, according to the New York City-based company’s website. Instead of tweets or updating a Facebook status, the blogging platform Tumblr offers users a chance to share interactive media. Effectively – photos. Most people who use Tumblr also link […]
5 Million+ Kids On Facebook.. Surprise Surprise
The ever popular : “I didn’t know my child was on Facebook” is getting old. A recent report shows 5million+ in the U.S.A. are on Facebook. It’s time for parents to wake-up. If your child is NOT 13, they are not allowed to use Facebook. Take a moment to read the Terms of Agreement. A […]
Keep That Device AWAY From Your Body
Every Day I Speak to audiences I remind them to carry their mobile device in an external holster or other (handbag, napsack, etc). A recent article I found in August: Manufacturers of many popular cell phones already warn consumers to keep their device away from their body: The Apple iPhone 4 safety manual says “When […]
It’s August! Change Your Passwords!
Golden Rules Once You Change Your Passwords: Children – Should only share passwords with parents – no one else! Adults – Don’t share passwords. Important passwords to change: Social Media, Email, iPods, Ipads, Blackberry’s, etc
Parents Should Communicate
I often tell parents to be on the same page when it comes to using technology and/or social media. Set the rule and guidelines and stand firm on them – together! I add this particular post because of a recent conversation with parents who are divorced, and fail to be on the same page with […]
Call of Duty is rated M17
Thinking of giving your 10yr old a game that has been rated M17 ?? Let’s honestly think about this.. there is a reason the game was rated M17 – because it is not meant for a 10yr old to play. According to ESRB – M17 means: MATURE Titles rated M (Mature) have content that may […]
Summer is Here – Change Your Passwords
Reminder. Passwords are the key to safety online. Password Tips: 10 characters or longer, and include: Upper Case Letters, Lower Case Letters, Numbers and Symbols. Example: Help$191Yes
Online predators still loom charge, new research warns
Interesting study. A good read when time permits Link: http://phys.org/news/2012-04-online-predators-loom.html