Filtering
What is the function of filtering software?
The function of filtering software is to attempt to block access to sites that a filtering software company and/or an end user considers inappropriate.
Name some examples of filtering software products?Cyber Sitter Surf Control Cyber Sentinel Cyber Patrol Net Nanny Web Sense Child Lock DansGuardian
What general issues should I consider when choosing filtering software?
Operability Does the software filter by analysing content, images, website addresses etc. Effectiveness Does it filter what it claims to filter? How often does it need to be updated?
Evaluation How do I evaluate filtering software? Click below to download an evaluation template.
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Has the NCTE undertaken any evaluations of filtering products?
Yes, from January to March 2003 a number of first and second level schools tested various products. General information and findings from these evaluations may be downloaded below.
Click here to view Cyber Patrol
Click here to view Cyber Sitter
Click here to view Surf Control
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What other technical options are available?
Firewalls
Monitoring systems eg MasterEye Vision, Ninaa, Browse Control.
Rating systems eg ICRA (Internet Content Rating Association)
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