Set the ground rules . Set limits on when they can use the computer and for how long , make sure that the children do not use a mobile phone with internet when they should sleep , put a family computer in a common space such as living room, instead of putting it in individual bedrooms.
Agree with them that they would not meet not meet in person with people they have met online without your consent and without a responsible adult or group of friends present.
Warn them not to reveal personal information ( name , address, telephone number , name of their school and teacher, and their photo ) on the Internet .
Encourage your children to respect Internet etiquette . What is forbidden in real life , is also forbidden on the Internet .
Educate yourself and then your children about Internet safety .
Teach children not to open e-mail messages from unknown people . E-mails and links may contain viruses and their opening is not suitable for children's safety .
Set the appropriate security level on your computer: Create a separate account for your child with a higher security level , adjusted home page and search engine (see Resources).
Do not blame your child for a mistake that he/she made online . If your child tells you about the event when he/she behaved inappropriately or made a wrong decision do not blame him , but be supportive and reasonable .
Set the appropriate security level on your computer: Create a separate account for your child with a higher security level, adjusted home page and search engine.