You can’t control your kid’s safety online. But that doesn’t mean you’re powerless
The article “You can’t control your kid’s safety online. But that doesn’t mean you’re powerless.” from The Philadelphia Inquirer discusses the challenges parents face in protecting their children online. It argues that while parental controls and good parenting are important, they are insufficient due to the design of online platforms that are addictive and difficult to regulate. The article emphasizes that tech companies often shift the responsibility of online safety onto parents, despite the platforms being prone to exploitation by bad actors. It calls for greater accountability from tech companies and suggests that relying solely on parental controls is inadequate for ensuring children’s online safety.
