Internet Safety - Tools

Tools

  • https allows websites to encrypt traffic between the browser and the server. This helps protect against stealing passwords.
  • Filtering at the computer, with filtering software, such as Net Nanny or OnlineFamily.Norton from Symantec. See Parental controls.
  • DNS filtering
  • Website filtering at the ISP or country level

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