Internet Safety For Parents

My job has me speaking to the media about security topics, and I had a run of requests to discuss internet safety for the family. This is a complex topic, and there are no hard and fast rules. . . every child and family is different. I had provided a list of 'points' parents could reference, never really got to them all (how could I, this is a complex subject) but I hope I was able to offer some insight to people that had not really thought about some of the issues.

The first one was with Melanie, a DJ from Windsor. The interviewers are amazing at keeping things moving and keeping me talking (not that I am shy to talk, particularly about internet security).

The next interview was with a Hamilton station, for The Biggs show. Much of the same information, but I tried to mix it up a bit, make a few more points I didn't think came across in the first one. It's hard though, they take you through it fast and keep it moving along.

The last interview was the longest, it was for an afternoon show in Ottawa with Norman Jack. This show is specific to computer information so they spent more time with me than the others. Norman Jack has a great radio voice, and he is not afraid to use it, so in most cases, he made my points for me.

A great site has come online since these were broadcast, otherwise I would have mentioned it in these interviews. Check out theacademyhome.ca to see a variety of quick videos that can help you understand the more technical things related to security in the home network. People always ask me how to setup personal firewalls, AV, etc. . . what better answer then to show you. They are always adding videos, so check back often.

And there you have it. Thanks for listening, and if you have questions, comments, slings, or arrows, feel free to comment.