Even if you trust your children, you might feel better if you can track their activities (and, even better, if you tell them you're doing so).
File sharing (internet media download) can also pose a potential problem. Computers often get infected when files are downloaded via file sharing software. For kids, it may be hard to resist the appeal of downloading free music and videos (and just as hard to understand the legal issues involved).
Safe Eyes seems to stand out, among others.
It limits the time in which your kids use the computer, limits the web pages they can view, and controls Instant Messaging and P2P File sharing programs, . The program creates logs and emails the parents regarding what they ve seen or been.
The software is available for $49/year, and supports Windows and Mac computers.
Learn about this software "here".
