Social Monitoring Program Saves Kids Embarrassment
Software offers parents calculated insight
The use of social networking sites is now an integral part of communication among teenagers. But unlike older users, this group faces particular dangers that can make parents wary. Striking a balance between monitoring children’s Internet activity and allowing them a degree of freedom has been a difficult challenge. Walt Mossberg of The Wall Street Journal tested a new kind of software aimed at giving both parents and kids peace of mind.
SocialGuard, a new product by CheckPoint, allows parents to monitor their kids’ Facebook activity without the embarrassment of a "friend request."
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