Kids' Safety
Cyber Safety for Kids
The online world is becoming every child’s favorite playground. With more children accessing the Internet with different devices, they are learning and growing more each day. When used appropriately the cyber world can be your child’s portal to achieve great things.
While every parent wants their child to have access to the latest and best information, they also know that safety is paramount.
How can parents help their child?
Learning is not limited to children alone. It is important for parents to know what is out there. With the launch of new apps and social media sites, children are
Find out more in this section about the ways you can make the right choices
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The most common threats children face online
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Video game security: How to stay safer while gaming
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