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“Mom Says No” software allows parental control over children’s online time, reduces confrontation |
| Published: July 17, 2007, 5:09 pm |
| Tags: children, parenting, technology, automation, chatroom, children, confrontation, discipline, internet, msn, software, technology |
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New software from UK-based Visionsoft called “Mom Says No” is set to allow parents to easily control how much time their children spend on the Internet, whilst reducing confrontation by taking out some of the human element (parent nagging) and replacing with an automated countdown timer. “We developed this product out of personal need,” Richard Ward, Managing Director, Visionsoft, explained. “My child was spending hours online chatting with peers with continued promises to end sessions after repeated requests. After talking with other parents, I realised that I was not alone.” “Mom Says No” simply warns the user when time is running out and gives the child enough time to sign off with friends. The software is easy to use. The user selects the name from a list and decides how long sessions can last, and when they can take place. For example, if a parent does not want his child chatting before homework is completed or after bedtime, access [ Full article ] |
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