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Internet filtering software, also known as a content control system, censorware, content filters or web filtering software, is usually a computer application or program used to control or prevent access to certain internet features over a computer or network of computers. Unlike a spam filter, which blocks websites that can be harmful and contain viruses or annoying pop-ups, internet filtering software will block web content that might contain key phrases in its content or URL found to be inappropriate or on the software's blacklist.
There are lots of people internet filtering software would be useful for. In a work office, an employer may gain many benefits from installing this type of software. Many employees use their work time to surf the internet and chat with friends instead of being a cost effective and efficient employee. By blocking websites not beneficial to their work, they may become more productive and on track with what they are doing.
Libraries use these kinds of web content filters to protect children.
Children love to use social networks, and while it is a great way to stay in contact with friends, not everyone online is your friend. Thousands of children become victims of attacks from strangers they meet online, but with internet filtering software in places where they use these kinds of sites, the chances of this are decreased. Schools use this kind of software to keep their students on track, as well as protecting them like how the software installed at a library would work. There are even home users that install these kinds of software to keep users from accessing inappropriate content.
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| Author: Vidya 22 May 2008 | Member Level: Diamond Points : 2 |
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| Author: helpu 31 May 2008 | Member Level: Gold Points : 1 |
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