Remember that people, not the Internet, should be friends. Restrict its use by putting a password on the connection. Know your child's passwords and e-mail addresses. Don't buy your child a computer because they don't have many friends. Pedophiles look for kids that are lonely.
Pedophiles look for kids who are having problems at home.
They act as someone who will listen. Make sure your family is safe online, and you will find the Internet is a wonderful resource for everyone.