Internet Safety

I had never really considered all of the hazards involved with the internet. From a religious stand point, I can see how Satan has taken such an amazing new technology and quickly stuck his nasty fingers into it. Pornography, gambling, and addiction are prevalent on the internet and so precautions are necessary. There are also identity thieves trying to steal information.

A few of the articles discussed preventative measures. Software measures including website blockers and parental controls. The location of the computer also can aid in preventing issues. Having computers in public locations deter individuals from seeking out the materials on the internet. It is also important to be quick to remove any inappropriate items from the screen as quick as possible, even if it means force shutting down the system.

I talked with my wife about ways that we can improve our own internet security at home. We discussed the importance of preventative measures, especially in keeping computers public. We will also discuss the dangers of the internet with our children as they begin to use it. We feel that by understanding and being open with these hazards they will be more likely to discuss the issues with us as they pop up. We also decided to always have good backgrounds that remind us about our commitments, either family or church pictures. We will definitely apply some of the things that we learned in our discussion about internet safety.