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[โ€“] fakeman_pretendname@feddit.uk 13 points 15 hours ago (1 children)

When we were younger, one of the first things we were taught about using the internet was "Your personal ID should never be used online". This is still true.

"A small drop down menu in the administrator account of a computer or phone, to set the age range of the other users"

Plus

"Adults are responsible for their own children, and should set these age range flags on any devices the children will use unattended"

That's all we needed.

Another glorious victory for criminals and spies.

[โ€“] DakRalter@thelemmy.club 5 points 13 hours ago

Yes, we got dial up in the mid 90s and using your real name online was a big no-no.

I filled out their consultation form and made a point that parents needs to be equipped to keep their kids safe and talk to them about online dangers. Parental controls are the way to go. Schools also teach about cyber bullying and online dangers.

It's one thing to show your ID to a sales assistant. It's another to hand over a copy that you have no control of once it's online.