Net Nanny
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 The Net Nanny interface. | |
| Developer(s) | ContentWatch, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Stable release | 6.5 (Windows) 2.0 (Mac) |
| Operating system | Microsoft Windows and Mac OS X |
| Type | Content Control |
| License | Proprietary EULA |
| Website | Net Nanny Homepage |
Net Nanny is a brand of content-control software marketed primarily at parents as a way to control a child's computer activity. The flagship product allows a computer owner to block and filter Internet content, place time limits on use, and block desktop PC games.[1]
History
The original version of Net Nanny was released in 1995. In January 2007, it was purchased by ContentWatch, Inc.[2]
Reviews
Net Nanny was given a 4.5 out of 5 rating by PC Magazine, and is PC Magazines's Editors' Choice for traditional parental control and monitering software.[3]
TopTenReviews.com rates Net Nanny as #1 in "Internet Filter Software",[4] and "Best Parental Software".[5]
Consumersearch.com ranks it amongst the top 3 best Parental Control Software.[6]
See also
References
- ↑ "Internet Safety with Net Nanny Content Filtering Software". Retrieved 2009-03-20.
- ↑ Rubenking, Neil (2-1-2008). "11 Critical Security Apps - Net Nanny". Ziff Davis, Inc. Retrieved 2008-10-27.
- ↑ Net Nanny 6.5 review
- ↑ 2014 BEST Internet Filter Software Review - Product Comparisons
- ↑ 2014 Best Parental Software Reviews and Comparisons
- ↑ Top 3 best reviewed
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