St Jerome Technology Page

Our goal is to offer advice to parishioners on staying safe using technology.  We'll cover internet and mobile device safety, protection against viruses and other malicious software, plus options on protecting your children from internet perils.

Internet and Mobile Device Safety for your children and family

There's lots of options out there to protect your children from internet and social media perils.   Qustodio costs around $5 per month for up to 5 devices.  ​​

Basic Protection
World-class web filtering engine, time limits and reporting features.

Time limits by device
Easily set a time schedule or limits for how much internet time is allowed each day.

Call Tracking and Blocking*
See who your child calls most and block unwanted numbers on Android.

​Read and Block SMS*
See who your child texts most, read text messages and set a list of blocked contacts.
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Extended Reporting
​Get a full 30 days of device usage history.

Advanced Facebook Monitoring
​View status updates, pictures, friends and more on social networks.

​Games & Apps blocking
​Decide which games and applications can be used and when.
Location Tracking**Track your child's Android or iOS device on a map.

​Panic Button*
Adds an SOS button to your child’s Android smartphone that sends you location-based alerts when there’s trouble.

​Priority Support
​To help you get set up with Qustodio and answer your questions.

​* Features available for Android devices only.
** Feature available on Android and iOS devices only.

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Antivirus Options

Again, there are lost of options when it comes to antivirus protection.  Here are some free options.

Best Antivirus- Free Options

Bitdefender Free Edition makes the Internet safe for you. You can be sure all threats are taken care of when you browse the web. We use advanced technologies such as machine learning to protect you from phishing and other types of fraudulent content.
Click here to download

Avast Free Antivirus is an excellent choice if you don't want to spend money.  It protects against viruses, spyware, malware, and hackers.   
Click here to download.

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guardianis.com

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