This article features a roundup of Web filters, as well as an explanation of current ratings systems on the Web. Although the reviews are brief, the author has been covering the Web and families for six years and is very knowledgeable about the subject. One of Panepinto's top picks, Web Chaperone, has since stopped production, but based on his reviews, we placed Cyber Patrol and SurfWatch on our short list. The reviews are as thorough as you'd expect, but every filter seems to walk away with some title. Not Dated Kids Domain is a site for kids that features parent-penned reviews of software and console games.
Several contributors review filters, which makes comparisons difficult.
We got the feeling that some of the reviewers here are more tech-savvy than others, which has an impact on their credibility. Unfortunately, the site gives no hint about who rates software, what criteria they use, or what awards these products received from other sources. Consumers would have a hard time picking the right software for their family based on these write-ups. All Rights Reserved. Inc. Other trademarks or service marks on this site are the property of their respective owners.