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| Processor | AMD FX 8300 @ 4.5 |
|---|---|
| Motherboard | Asus Sabertooth 990FX R2.0 |
| Cooling | Thermalright Macho Rev.B |
| Memory | 16GB Corsair Dominator Platinum 2400MHz CL10 |
| Video Card(s) | Asus HD7970 @ 1135/1750 + Prolimatech MK-26 + 2x 140mm |
| Storage | 256GB Toshiba Q Pro MLC + 500GB WD VelociRaptor |
| Display(s) | Dell U2412M |
| Case | Cooler Master CM690 II Advanced USB 3.0 + Lamptron FC6 |
| Audio Device(s) | Audiotrak Prodigy Cube Black (JRC MUSES 8820D) + CAL (recabled) |
| Power Supply | 750W Enermax Platimax |
| Mouse | Logitech Cordless Desktop Wave |
| Keyboard | Logitech Cordless Desktop Wave |
| Software | Windows 7 Ultimate |
You could start by configuring the web browser on the kids' PCs for high security. Make sure to disable all options related to privacy (tracking, permissions to access user location, camera, etc.). Set Google in Safe Search mode as default engine. Do not save any personal information on their computers, such as your own logins, passwords, credit card numbers.
I don't know how old your kids are, but naturally they'll want to play multiplayer games. Roblox lets you create an "under 13" account where the parent can restrict their child's interactions online. Fortnite has a PIN-secured in-game menu with similar options. Unfortunately, there are some toxic people in these communities, so disabling voice communications and text chat may be a good idea initially.
But still, I'd be far more concerned about the content your kids have access to when using their cell phone. This is how teenagers interact these days first and foremost. And you cannot always supervise them when they're on their phone. As has been mentioned, no amount of restrictions can replace an honest but unprovoked conversation. Educating kids about online threats is maybe one of the biggest challenges of parenting today.
I don't know how old your kids are, but naturally they'll want to play multiplayer games. Roblox lets you create an "under 13" account where the parent can restrict their child's interactions online. Fortnite has a PIN-secured in-game menu with similar options. Unfortunately, there are some toxic people in these communities, so disabling voice communications and text chat may be a good idea initially.
But still, I'd be far more concerned about the content your kids have access to when using their cell phone. This is how teenagers interact these days first and foremost. And you cannot always supervise them when they're on their phone. As has been mentioned, no amount of restrictions can replace an honest but unprovoked conversation. Educating kids about online threats is maybe one of the biggest challenges of parenting today.
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