Internet censorship for children

Carlos Alburqueque
EN101
March 3, 2011

Internet Censorship for Children?

We are virtually impossible to ignore or cancel the services of the internet in our dailylives. It seems that running away from the internet is like running away from our future progress. The most dangerous thing in this topic is the remarkable attention paid by children in this globalconnection system even far beyond the traditional toys (car toys, doll toys, etc). Certainly the internet is a fantastic source of information open to the world where everyone can access to everything witha single click; but, internet means positive and negative aspects, like life itself, this is a subtle way harmful to harm children.

Some parents, supporters of the free internet access forchildren, state that with the right orientation, children can access many web sites where they can play and learn at the same time. Internet is a world filled of many places to visit. Just byclicking, children have the opportunity to learn about other cultures. Also, internet has become the best tool to help children with their assignments at school. “A 2002 survey by the Pew Internet & AmericanLife Project details how the Internet gives kids access to information in ways prior generations couldn't even have imagined. At the click of a mouse, students can find the most up-to-date researchfor projects, seamlessly connect with study partners, share sites rich in subject matter, and find online tutors and study groups. The Internet is a virtual reference library, a 24/7 guidance counselor,and the most portable locker, backpack, and notebook imaginable” (Matthews,Laura)

Even though internet provides children such a valuable and education content, there are things that parentsshould be aware of. The fact that internet is good for our children in terms of education it does not mean that internet is good in all ways. There are content that children should not be exposed to;...