Get your game on...safely!

Have your kids traded family time for online game time?
Did you know 27% of children ages 12-17 are choosing to
GAME with people they FIRST MET ONLINE?

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Use these TIPS to keep your gamer safer:

• View game ratings and prescreen games online before purchasing.
• Check if the console comes with parental control features.
• Set parental controls before children start playing (consult the user guide).
• Set up consoles in a common area for easy supervision.
• Decide if you want to use the console's online capabilities, such as Xbox LIVE.
• Set gaming rules with your children, such as how long and with whom they can play. Make a PACT.
• Choose gender-neutral, appropriate screen names.
• Decide if you want to allow voice chat (if so, use voice masking features).
• Teach your children not to reveal personal information.
• Encourage them not to respond to cyberbullies and to block unwanted contact.