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Kid-Friendly Desktop

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Posted by patti5 on Oct 06, 2008 at 12:12 PM

As the rise of the Internet continues to stir kids curiosities, parents are increasingly challenged with the harmful and inappropriate content that appears on the Web. Now by turning on the family computer, parents don't have to worry about their files disappearing and can feel safer that their children are learning the ins and outs of the computer in a safe environment.

Targeted to children ages 3 to 7, KidDesktop features a customized start screen and personalized activity bar with games and Web sites; the option to download and view pictures, and the ability to navigate the internet in a safe working environment. environment.

KidDesktop was created to make it simple and easy for children to navigate and explore the Web, without the worry of accessing important documents and programs or inappropriate Internet content. When a child logs onto the computer he or she is automatically directed to a customized start screen and an activity bar with his or her favorite activities - games, Web sites, etc. KidDesktop is completely icon- driven and uses roll-over voice cues for non-reading preschoolers, so kids can easily navigate the program.

KidDesktop is a downloadable online solution for PCs and is available for $29.95, with no annual fee. A 30-day full-featured trial version of KidDesktop is available at no cost.

For more information visit www.KidDesktop.com

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footprintsinthesand

on Oct 18, 2008 at 08:36 AM

do you know of any for older kids...i would like to give my boys a little more freedom while on the computer...without having to look over their shoulder while they are doing homework and playing a game on-line but want to make sure they are safe...any suggestions??