This application offers parents a piece of mind while youngsters peruse the Web, though it has some slight limitations. KidSplorer Web Browser only allows children to visit Web sites you've selected. The program operates in KidSafe mode and is password-protected. There is a parental mode for easy configuration, though the password is disabled in this version. You'll be able to add, edit, and remove URLs. The program can be set to run at start-up and its interface is pleasing and kid-friendly. Approved site names are conveniently listed in a column so kids can simply point and click to access approved sites. While it doesn't limit PC use altogether, you'll certainly appreciate the addition of a time manager to block Internet access at specified times. For controlling childrens' online playtime, KidSplorer is notably effective.
I downloaded the trial version on our windows 98 computer successfully. However when I decided to 'buy' I received a link to download the full version. When I tried to install it, it came up with errors. I contacted the developer and they (eventually) said it was because I had windows 98. They advertise being able to work with windows 98, and I did not here back from them at all and was not offered a refund.
Summary
not good
cats11112
Pros
it clean
Cons
it's slow and not 100% free!
Summary
Great Software - Good For Kids & Employees Too
Andy_Tous
Pros
This software will not only allow your kids to visit pre-approved websites but it will also manage the time and days of the week they can browse. If you are very concerned about your kids and computer safety, there are extra security options like not allowing the Internet Explorer run while KidsPlorer is running (this way you avoid backdoors). Additionally, you can prevent your kids from closing the program, browsing the desktop and even the windows explorer (everything that uses a window like control panel) just to mention a few. The cool thing about these integrated features is that, when you enter "parent" mode (with your password), you get full access to everything, including internet explorer, control panel & etc.. By the way, it also keeps logs of denied browsing attempts. Works fine with flash, java, active-x, frames and in-line frames. Very Cool, Easy To Understand and Use!
Cons
Only thing I didn't like was the approved site list not closing automatically after you exit parental mode (even if it was closed before entering parental mode). Not that this is a problem because kids have access to it (as a guide). It just takes "viewing" space from a web page and can be manually closed.
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<p>It would be cool to make an "Adult" version, so it can be installed in an office environment! The graphics are more "kids" related.