Online Safety for Kids with the Gryphon Internet Router
There’s no doubt that technology can be a great tool, especially for homeschooling. We use the internet daily to check in with our friends and family, do research, and download homeschool supplements and printables. I’ve found some great websites for my girls to get math and reading practice, too. Along with the benefits of being online, there are also risks. I want to do my utmost to protect them from all the nasty things they could accidentally find. Although our Kindles have parental controls, I don’t think they’re enough for my peace of mind. I want a more comprehensive tool with more features and filters that will work across all of our family devices.
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Online Safety for Kids
The digital age brings a wealth of information and conveniences, but we cannot ignore the risks it poses for the family. Most children are exposed to the Internet at the age of 6, and 70% of children see inappropriate content by accident. The average family has 10 Internet-connected devices and counting, creating new security threats and vulnerabilities. However, the existing parental control tools are too complicated to use and expensive with annual subscriptions.
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Gryphon Internet Router
Gryphon is a powerful yet convenient approach to online safety. Gryphon combines a high-performance WiFi router and a simple-to-use smartphone app, making it easy for parents to manage the connected home from anywhere. All security features are built directly within the router itself, eliminating the need to install additional apps on your connected devices. Setting up the Gryphon router takes just three steps and a simple tap with the Gryphon app. Grant access to specific websites, restrict internet access during various times of the day (such as during sleep and homework), and monitor your connected home devices like thermostats or cameras to prevent hacking. This can be done on your smartphone from anywhere. The app even features a social collaboration tool, so you can work together with fellow homeschooling parents to create a safer Internet for everyone, by recommending and rating specific websites.
The people behind Gryphon have worked hard over the last year on the design and the software platform and they have launched a Kickstarter campaign today for the final production of Gryphon.
If you want to keep your kids safe online and you want a tool that is both convenient and comprehensive, Gryphon looks like a great option. You can go to www.gryphonconnect.com to find out more about the product and the campaign.
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