Yes Methods of Filtering by Erica Schaapveld n an age where Internet access is available in every public domain, educators are actively calling for a means by which to protect children from inappropriate material. Filtering systems utilize databases, which store lists of acceptable sites, banned sites, or inappropriate words and terms.
Access is denied to sites banned or containing inappropriate words.
Methods of Filtering hree methods of filtering are software filters, Internet Service Provider filters, and hardware filters. Software Filters Filtering software is installed directly on your computer. Usually, this allows educators to make a list of words they consider to be unacceptable. Most filtering software is customizable. Not only does the software block URLs, but some filtering software also prohibits the sending or receiving of e-mail messages containing these words.