If you download a trial version but decide not to buy it once the trial period runs out, your Internet access is blocked until you manually uninstall the entire program. Compatibility problems are annoying and perhaps disqualifying. Unless the software is disabled, Cybersitter can prevent a parent from sending out name, address, phone, etc. When site is blocked, finding control panel to continue is baffling. The software formerly required significant manual input of screening terms, but the integration with SafeSurf ratings improves it tremendously.
Parents can set total time or time-slot limits, restrict use of certain games or programs.
Can prevent transmission of selected personal data. Can control access to non-Internet applications located on the computer. Can be used to prevent transmission of names, phone numbers, etc.