However, Mom and Dad can rely on most filtering software products since their choices are protected by a password. Many local computer retail outlets have Internet filtering software available to purchase. Most parents, however, want the opportunity to read and edit those lists, and some filters are more flexible than others in this regard. For that reason, it's wise to shop around and examine the options. A list-based program, it offers free updates.
Parents can add Web and chat sites to the list.
If they prefer, Mom and Dad can block all sites and allow their children access only to designated sites. Net Nanny also blocks outgoing information. This can prevent children from giving addresses, telephone numbers and credit card information over the Internet. And if parents want to know more about who has been where on the Internet, this program can generate a summary of visited sites. Parents can modify these lists, and can even add different levels of access for different children.