1. 1 Internet Safety Seminar WHIZKIDS LLC Computer Training for Children and Adults www.whizkidsllc.com Presented By:

2. 2 Introductions Deputy TJ DeLitta SRO Officer, Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office Kelly McLaughlan WHIZKIDS Co-founder Joan Fernandez WHIZKIDS Co-founder

3. 3 Statement of Problem Forty-five percent of children in the United States, more than 30 million of those younger than 18 — use the Internet.more than 30 million of those younger than 18 — use the Internet In addition to the useful and educational information available on the Internet, a great deal of content exists that is not appropriate for children Children could be targets of cyberstalking or harassment that includes repeated and unwanted contact through the Internet that is rude or threatening Other Internet dangers to children include sexual exploitation or enticement Children may become involved in criminal activity on the Internet

4. 4 Children on the Internet Unwanted exposure to sexually explicit pictures Children 10 to 17 years old 1 in 4 children are exposed naked people people having sex David Finkalhur, Kimberly J. Mitchell & James Wolak Online Victimization: A Report on the Nations Youth. Alexandria VA: NCMEC, 2000, page ix.

5. 5 Children on the Internet Sexual solicitation or approach 1 in 5 children Threatened or Harassed 1 in 17 children David Finkalhur, Kimberly J. Mitchell & James Wolak Online Victimization: A Report on the Nations Youth. Alexandria VA: NCMEC, 2000, page ix.

6. 6 Children on the Internet Aggressive sexual solicitation 1 in 33 children asked to meet somewhere called on telephone sent regular mail sent money sent gifts not always from adults possibly from other teens David Finkalhur, Kimberly J. Mitchell & James Wolak Online Victimization: A Report on the Nations Youth. Alexandria VA: NCMEC, 2000, page ix.

7. 7 Where did Sexual Solicitation Occur Computer location at home70% someone else’s home22% at school4% at library3% Internet in chatroom65% instant messages24% David Finkalhur, Kimberly J. Mitchell & James Wolak Online Victimization: A Report on the Nations Youth. Alexandria VA: NCMEC, 2000, page 8.

8. 8 Characteristics of an Online Victim Children are ideal victims 90% of internet initiated cases involve children between 13 and 16 years of age naturally curious easily led by adults need for attention and affection need to defy parents Kenneth Lanning, Child Molesters: A Behavioral Analysis, Alexandria VA: NCMEC, 2001, pages 139 – 140.

9. 9 Characteristics of an Online Victim Reporting approximately 25% of youth told a parent of a sexual solicitation approximately 10% of sexual solicitations were reported to authorities David Finkalhur, Kimberly J. Mitchell & James Wolak Online Victimization: A Report on the Nations Youth. Alexandria VA: NCMEC, 2000, page ix.

10. 10 Characteristics of an Online Predator Suspects Arrested Crimes against identified victims39% internet related sexual assault other sex crimes possessed child pornography 52% Solicitation to undercover LEO25% possessed child pornography 41% Internet child pornography36% (possession/distribution/trading) Suspects arrested possessing child porn 67% David Finkalhur, Kimberly J. Mitchell & James Wolak Online Victimization: A Report on the Nations Youth. Alexandria VA: NCMEC, 2000, page 7.

11. 11 Steps Parents Can Take…

12. 12 Content Filtering Software (examples) SoftwareDescriptionCostSource ContentProtect Best list of reporting capabilities (Disney chooses this for its sites); also get free Spysweeper when purchasing - can only be installed on one computer per license. Rated #1 on Filterguide.com. $39 http://whttp://www.contentwatch.com CYBERsitter Best list of filtering capabilities; all Windows versions; ""good for parents with cybersaavy children" - can only be installed on one computer per license $40 http://www.cybersitter.com/ CyberPatrol Many options, per user - plus an option to protect keyword divulgence during chats - like your personal information, for example. Very user friendly. Recommended for parents who are somewhat experienced with the computer. $40 http://www.cyberpatrol.com/

13. 13 Creating multiple logins with passwords

14. 14 Computer Virus, Spam and Adware protection Anti Virus Software - computer programs designed to detect and respond to malicious software such as viruses and worms. Responses may include blocking user access to infected files, cleaning infected files or systems, or informing the user that an infected program was detected. Examples: Symantec Norton AntiVirus (very popular) BitDefender (top-rated) McAfee VirusScan (wide corporate use) Grisoft AVG (free) Anti Spam Software - computer programs designed to detect and respond to unwanted advertisements and bulk messaging, in E-mail or Instant Messages Anti Adware Software - computer programs designed to detect and respond to unwanted advertisements, spybots and cookies loaded without your knowledge to track and influence your buying habits

15. 15 Pop-up blockers

16. 16 Personal and Family Information

17. 17 Placement of Computers & Parental Supervision The computer should be in a central/open area in the home, such as the Family Room. Parents should participate in their children’s computer usage.

18. 18 Monitor Online Communication Web sites for children are not permitted to request personal information without a parent's permission. Talk to children about what personal information is and why you should not give it to people online. If children use chat or E-mail, talk to them about never meeting in person with anyone they first "met" online. Talk to children about not responding to offensive or dangerous E-mail, chat, or other communications. Report any such communication to local law enforcement. Do not delete the offensive or dangerous E-mail; turn off the monitor, and contact local law enforcement.

19. 19 What additional measures can you take… Keep a list of clear cut rules for online behavior posted near your computer Have your children show you what they can do online Have your children use child friendly search engines when doing homework www.yahooligans.com www.kidsclick.com www.ajkids.com www.netnanny.com Make sure you know AT LEAST AS MUCH as your children

20. 20 What additional measures can you take… Keep internet, E-mail and other accounts in your name, NOT your child’s Familiarize yourself with the computer rules of your children’s friends

21. 21 Educate Yourself… The following web sites provide helpful information to parents, children, educators and law enforcement regarding Internet safety issues: www.netsmartz.org The NetSmartz Workshop is an interactive, educational safety resource to teach kids and teens how to stay safer on the Internet. www.wiredsafety.org Report cyber crimes here – stalking, sexual exploitation and ID theft Sponsor of wiredkids.org, wiredteens.org as well as the “Teenangels” www.isafe.org i-SAFE America Inc. is a worldwide leader in Internet safety education. Founded in 1998 and endorsed by the U.S. Congress, i-SAFE is a non-profit foundation dedicated to protecting the online experiences of youth everywhere. www.getnetwise.org Many others – Cybertipline.com, Safekids.com, etc.

22. 22 www.WHIZKIDS.com Computer Training, Enrichment and Safe Usage for: Pre-schoolers Kindergartners Adults Educate Yourself…

23. 23 Questions ???