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1. Limit your teen’s time spent online, and put computers in a common area of the house.
2. Learn about the digital devices your teen uses.
3. Visit your teen’s Web site or personal blog.
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Generation M:Teens and Technology. Digital Technology 101 for Parents

Digital Technology 101 offers guidance and advice on how to monitor some of the most popular communication tools used by teens today. You may have heard about them on television news or relented to your teen’s wishes to buy the latest and greatest gadgets. But have you had an opportunity to learn exactly what your teen already knows about digital technologies?

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Social Networking Cell Phones Music and Online Videos

Social networking sites like MySpace and Facebook are popular online hot spots where many teens spend an enormous amount of time. Find out why teens are so hooked to this new style of “hanging out” and what you can do to help them steer clear of trouble.

The latest cell phone models enable teens to stay in touch with friends and family through more than just a phone call. However, many parents don’t understand these newer technologies, allowing their teens free rein over a potentially dangerous medium.

Do you know what videos your kids are watching online? Have you listened to the lyrics of the songs they are downloading? Your teens may be safe at home when they are surfing online, but the messages they are getting might have more influence than you realize.

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