Parents & Computing
Articles helping parents understand and manage their children's computer use. Topics include generation gaps, screen time limits and monitoring online activities.
Bridging the Computer Generation Gap
Older adults can close the technology gap with younger generations by understanding how kids use computers and the internet differently.
Get the Most Out of Your Computer for Your Kids
Help your child get comfortable with computers by choosing the right age to start and picking software that matches their abilities.
How Can I Limit My Child's Computer Time?
Set clear daily limits on your child's computer time and stick to them, experts recommend 2 hours on weekdays and 3 at weekends.
Quiz: Do You Know What Your Child Is Doing Online?
Test your knowledge of your child's online habits and safety with this quick quiz.
Quiz: Is Your Toddler Ready for the Computer?
See if your toddler has the attention span and interest for using a computer with this quick quiz.
What Are They Talking About? Kids, Language and Computers
Teens use text slang and acronyms to chat online without being caught by parental filters, but here's what those codes actually mean.
Your Child and the Computer: Myths Debunked
Computer use isn't inherently harmful to kids when you understand what the research actually shows about screens, games and development.