| Computers are here to stay and have become an | | | | |
| integral part of everyday life. The World | | | | 6. Learn how to customize your browser |
| Wide Web is an information highway but | | | | settings. Minimize risks by setting pages the |
| presents a few dangers to children. Parents | | | | kids can view as favorites you can even set |
| need to take extra care to protect their kids | | | | their school website as the home page on the |
| from harm caused by computers or the World | | | | computer. |
| Wide Web. | | | | |
| | | | 7. Introduce the kids to learning multi-media |
| Here are a few tips to make computers safe | | | | modules and sites like BBC history for kids. |
| for kids: | | | | Introduce them to websites that are child |
| | | | friendly and fun. |
| 1. Buy a computer that is of good quality and | | | | |
| follow the instructions provided on where and | | | | 8. Spend time at the computer with the |
| how to set up the computer. Position the | | | | children. Play games with them, let them |
| computer is a suitable place where the light | | | | visit websites like that of the Discovery |
| sources falls correctly and place the chair | | | | Channel. |
| at a suitable height and distance. | | | | |
| | | | 9. Teach them how to send messages and email |
| 2. Adjust computer screen controls such that | | | | and how to use a computer to expand their |
| the eyes of the child are protected. | | | | learning. |
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| 3. Teach the child how to sit at the computer | | | | 10. Inculcate in the kids a discipline. |
| and ensure that the hands are in line with | | | | Limit the time they spend on the computer and |
| the key board. Consult tips in the internet | | | | ensure that they understand and follow the |
| on how to prevent injuries to bones, muscles, | | | | rules you set. |
| and posture by incorrect computer use. | | | | |
| | | | A computer is useful for kids if used right. |
| 4. Read all about security measures and | | | | So, let children move with times and embrace |
| parental controls. Set controls that will | | | | technology positively. The internet is a |
| protect your child from viewing unwarranted | | | | knowledge highway and kids can benefit and |
| websites. Be sure to spend time reviewing the | | | | sharpen their minds by playing games, solving |
| websites your child has viewed. There are | | | | quizzes and puzzles, interacting in groups |
| age-based customizable content settings | | | | and creating projects for school with the use |
| available check with MSN premium and your | | | | of the computer, using online resources to |
| internet service provider. | | | | learn about science, health, nutrition, |
| | | | history and more. Computers and the net make |
| 5. Buy a table and chair for the computer | | | | kids resourceful and tap potential so let |
| that is proportionate to the child's size. | | | | kids use the computer with parental guidance. |
| Adjustable chairs are available and you need | | | | |
| to keep an eye on posture. | | | | Prepare your kids for a bright future. |