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While no software can completely block all objectionable contact, third-party software exists that can provide a very high filter level. Some examples: | While no software can completely block all objectionable contact, third-party software exists that can provide a very high filter level. Some examples: | ||
*[http://www.netnanny.com Net Nanny] | *[http://www.netnanny.com Net Nanny] | ||
*[http://www.cyberpatrol.com CyberPatrol] | *[http://www.cyberpatrol.com CyberPatrol] | ||
Revision as of 21:45, 9 May 2006
Firefox and the Mozilla Suite do not feature built-in parental controls/content filtering/pornography blocking/website blocking features.
The ProCon extension for Firefox provides a content blocking mechanism. It is suitable for blocking accidental visits to objectionable sites. It is not suitable for non-accidental visits because
- The filter is blunt, leaving many objectionable sites accessible and blocking access to non-objectionable sites
- It is very easily disabled
- It only affects Firefox/Seamonkey and not other applications like MSN Messenger or Internet Explorer.
While no software can completely block all objectionable contact, third-party software exists that can provide a very high filter level. Some examples:
Also, some ISPs provide free parental control mechanisms. Contact your ISP for more information.
For a detailed Howto please see the Mozillazine Firefox Forum threads at:
