Content filtering software, also known as content-control software or web filtering software, refers to computer programs designed for controlling what content is allowed to be viewed on a computer.

• pornography
• mature content
• language
• hate-speech
• illegal content
• gambling websites
• phishing websites
• social networking sites
• known websites with spyware
• websites on a parent block list

This is an important tool that can help parents protect both children and computers. There are many types of programs and they have a variety of features. Which tool is right for your family is a personal decision.

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Windows: K9 Web Protection

More Information

• ChildSafe International – Web Filtering Software
• FilterReview.com – Reviews of many different web-content filtering products.
• PcMag.com Reviews of Parental Controls – Commercial software reviews for Parental Control & Monitoring software.