In an effort to facilitate effective parent-child dialogue about Internet dangers, Trend Micro announces that it has developed an eGuide with tips to help families have "The Talk" about online safety. Trend Micro created this eGuide recognizing that there are social and educational benefits for children online, but also many significant risks that families must be aware of and discuss, including unwanted contact with predators and bullies; extreme and inappropriate content; identity theft; and malicious software threats.
Children are increasingly active on computers, and exposed to personal safety and financial risks as a result, but research indicates that parents are not necessarily taking steps to shield their children from dangers online. According to a recent survey commissioned by global Internet security leader Trend Micro, 83% of parents reported strong concerns about what their children are exposed to online, but only 30% of parents reported visiting their child's social media profiles.
"We want to prepare -- not scare -- parents and children, because there are so many amazing benefits to learning and exploring on the Internet," said Natalie Severino, director, consumer product marketing, Trend Micro. "Just as with the original big 'talk,' education is key. With this eGuide, we hope that families will gain a better understanding of how online risks look, act and feel like so that they can confidently reap the benefits of communicating and connecting online."
Trend Micro's eGuide offers parents specific actions and discussion tips that can help keep their children safe online, including:
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