if you have windows vista it is built in

http://www.microsoft.com/windows/products/windowsvista/features/details/parentalcontrols.mspx

i WANT TO TELL YOU THOUGH:  i DONT FIND THIS VERY NECESSARY.

I have a niece and 3 nephews - oldest being 19   and I babysat quite often. 

I trusted the kids and they proved to be responsible. I just found that when they were OFFERED something to do, They werent even interested in surfing.  They just wanted to say they used the computer.

I do have a few programs things that the kids just love...

Jumpstart Toddlers is a favorite - even for an 8 yr old.  It was so exciting getting the reactions from the kids   The little gopher -"giggles' is his name  just adorable...

Jumpstart   - also a website for the kids    "jumpstart is a great series" (knowledge adventure)all kinds of programs from Baby - toddlers, preschool, to phonics.  I started with the purchase of Jumpstart Toddlers...

I always have that program and they love it!

I purchased a browser that the kids LOVE: You will LOVE it too-

I found out that most of the programs the kids use in school, my neice instantly told me her username and password to one of the programs - so I think you will be impressed-  SO I PURCHASED IT AND THEY WILL HAVE IT FOREVER!

BUDDY BROWSER:  Buddy Browser

KIDZUI:                  Kidzui   The safe way for kids to use, explore and enjoy the best of the internet

If ya want FREE GAMES  (fully registered) you can monitor this site

today is suduko

http://game.giveawayoftheday.com

and for the other programs

http://giveawayoftheday.com