Again, this would prevent adults as well as children from having free and unrestricted access to materials online. The American Library Association is still working on an official response to these proposals, but their spokesperson expressed concern that current blocking software is not appropriate in a public institution such as the library. Used on a home computer, these programs allow parents to make detailed, individualized choices about the kinds of materials they want to restrict their children from seeing. They also allow adults to bypass them with a password. Users of library computers do not have access to these features.
Many people also have concerns about the political agenda inherent in some blocking software.
The Internet is no more appropriate as an electronic babysitter than television. Parents need to take responsibility for what their children are doing online. They can set limits that are appropriate to their children's ages and needs, and discuss issues of particular concern with their children as needed. You can access the guide online, or order a printed copy through this site. New Net Parents site with useful tips and links.