PGsurfer is content filtering software that parents can use to help keep their children safe online. It allows parents to establish profiles of each user so that the filtering is appropriate. It puts the power into the parents' hands.

PGsurfer can restrict access by filtering websites for such content as adult and sexually oriented websites, drugs, weapons, illegal activities, hate and gambling. As well, it can block Instant Messaging, chat rooms, peer-to-peer downloading networks and email.

PGsurfer can also stop the installation of applications for these purposes. Automatic weekly summaries are generated to report what keywords, sites and applications were blocked. Manual reports can also be generated based on specific dates.

This software will help keep your computer safe. PGsurfer can prevent the downloading of applications or files that might be illegal or contain viruses.

"PGsurfer" features:

￭ Restrict websites with inappropriate content such as pornography, illegal activities, hate, drug and alcohol use, weapons and gambling
￭ Block the use of chat rooms and applications for instant messaging, email (both online and desktop-based), peer-to-peer file sharing
￭ Stop the downloading of music, video, game and other files that could contain viruses or spyware or violate copyright laws
￭ Restrict computer access to a set number of hours a week for certain users

Requirements:

￭ Intel Pentium II processor (or equivalent)
￭ 256 MB RAM
￭ 20 MB free hard disk space for initial installation
￭ Internet connection