Drew DeVault • 7/23/2011

On the Use of Internet Filtering

This article criticizes internet filtering systems, arguing they are the wrong solution for parents and employers. It claims filters are ineffective, often blocking legitimate content while failing to stop dangerous sites, and slow down computers by adding resource-heavy processing. The author suggests open communication and education as better alternatives to prepare users for the unfiltered internet. The piece is related to IT/technology as it discusses internet infrastructure and filtering technology.

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#web security #Censorship #Parental Controls