i want to disable internet so that my kids don't have to quarrel for the computer....is there any method ?
thank you
2007-02-12 06:09:00 · 9 answers · asked by hehehehehehe 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Internet
You can always just have it disconnected, however, if PC usage with your children is an issue I strongly suggest getting a software package specifically designed to help you control their time spent on it, the sites they visit as well as protect them from online predators :
Netnanny
http://www.netnanny.com/
You can download a free trial to see how it works for you.
regards,
Philip T
2007-02-12 06:15:09 · answer #1 · answered by Philip T 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Using a firewall such as the free ZoneAlarms firewall, you can add the browser (internet explorer or firefox) whatever you might be using to the blocked programs list and that should do it for you. Make sure to block the firewall with a password and when you want to use it, all you have to do is try to open it and enter your password and you'll be good to go.
Disabling the network connection does not gurantee they would not get online, they can easily figure thatone out and re-enable it.
Good luck.
2007-02-12 14:12:45 · answer #2 · answered by Elgato 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For Internet Explorer - Go to Tools > Options > Connections > LAN Settings. Click the check box for Use a proxy server... In the address box type 0.0.0.0 Be sure the port is set for 80.
2007-02-12 14:15:22 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Rather than disabling the Internet, maybe it is time to enable your parenting skills and lay down the internet usage laws of the house.
2007-02-12 14:14:15 · answer #4 · answered by phxfet 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Pretty much, if your kids are older than 6, they'll figure out a way to undo anything you do.
I'd suggest putting your DSL/cable modem (if you have) into a locked box. You keep the key. Only open the box and plug-in the computer when YOU want to use it.
2007-02-12 14:17:25 · answer #5 · answered by Jay 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to internet properties/connections ... rightclick on the connection and choose disable .... reverse the procedure to enable ...
2007-02-12 14:11:43 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
right click on taskbar those 2 little tv screens is your network connection, click on disable for it
2007-02-12 14:12:30 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
pass word protect it is the easiest way.
2007-02-12 14:17:42 · answer #8 · answered by Richard D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
why would you do that?
2007-02-12 14:15:46 · answer #9 · answered by bananas 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋