KidSplorer Web Browser 5.0

The thing I like about the internet is that you have access to a lot of information. You can for example read the latest news, or download a useful application, or just browse around in search of a fun video. If you have a child you can let him surf the web and listen to some cool songs, play some amusing games, and have a bit of fun.

The downside is that not all the information available online is suitable for your children – the words “adult” and “content” immediately come to mind. There are a myriad of sites out there that are not suitable for your child, sites that he may inadvertently stumble upon. It is up to you to ensure your child only visits sites that are suitable for his age.

How do you do this? Why you do what I always do – turn to software and see if there is an application out there that can lend a helping hand. An application that can prove to be helpful in this situation is the Devicode Technology-developed KidSplorer. This application has the following functionality to offer:

- Your child can only access the sites in KidSplorer’s list of approved sites. You can set up separate approved sites lists (useful when you have more than 1 child).
- Access to sites that are not in the list of approved sites is automatically blocked.
- Limit the amount of time your child spends surfing the web.
- Limit the amount of time your child spends using the computer.
- Prevent the child from launching other browsers, like Internet Explorer, Firefox or Opera.
- Prevent your child from access the Start menu. Taskbar, or any desktop icons you may have on the desktop.

Before you get KidSplorer, take a glance at these technical details:
Download – the download weighs in at about 2.4MB, meaning it will complete in no time at all.
Installation – according to the application’s developer, at the time of writing this, KidSplorer provides support for Windows Vista, XP, 2000.
Limitations – you can use KidSplorer free of charge only during a trial period of 14 days.

Pros

• Easy to use
• Set time limits for using the computer and the internet
• Prevent the child from switching to other applications
• Lightweight download size

Cons

• Free to try (14-day trial)

About Devicode Technology
Details about Devicode Technology and its products are available here.

KidSplorer Web Browser has been reviewed by George Norman on 30 Aug 2010. Based on the user interface, features and complexity, Findmysoft has rated KidSplorer Web Browser 4 out of 5 stars, naming it Excellent