John Walsh Speaks Out About Internet Predators
As the creator of "America's Most Wanted," and one of the most famous child victim advocates in this country, when John Walsh speaks people listen.
And now he's speaking about Internet predators.
Which is a very good thing, since, as Walsh notes, too many parents are underestimating the dangers of the Internet.
The common (mis)perception is that online predators are creepy old men in their 50s. But in reality, they can be young or old, they can be popular and successful, they can have their own kids and appear to be the pillar of the community.
This is how so many kids can fall victim to an online predator: they see someone they can like and respect.
The anonymous nature of the Internet allows them to assume their real personality, and to prey upon kids.
Walsh says we need to focus on catching Internet predators before they can get to your child.
At Awareness Tech we couldn't agree more. This is why we designed WebWatcher, to help parents protect their children from online predators.
And now he's speaking about Internet predators.
Which is a very good thing, since, as Walsh notes, too many parents are underestimating the dangers of the Internet.
The common (mis)perception is that online predators are creepy old men in their 50s. But in reality, they can be young or old, they can be popular and successful, they can have their own kids and appear to be the pillar of the community.
This is how so many kids can fall victim to an online predator: they see someone they can like and respect.
The anonymous nature of the Internet allows them to assume their real personality, and to prey upon kids.
Walsh says we need to focus on catching Internet predators before they can get to your child.
At Awareness Tech we couldn't agree more. This is why we designed WebWatcher, to help parents protect their children from online predators.
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