KidSafe was a web directory service for children that was operated by Apple Computer. A combination of a system extension for classic Mac OS and a web browser plug-in would enable filter-like functionality to limit internet access to websites that were pre-approved by educators.
History
KidSafe was introduced by Steve Jobs as part of iTools on January 5, 2000 during the keynote event at Macworld Expo in San Francisco.[1] However, it was retired in August 2001 due to lack of interest. Apple published instructions on how to remove the software while suggesting alternatives to parents.[2][3]
Alternatives
- Cyberangels by the Guardian Angels
- CyberPatrol by SurfControl
- ContentBarrier by Intego
References
- ↑ Apple Unveils Mac OS X and Internet Strategy at Macworld Expo, Apple Computer. 2000-01-05. Archived 2000-03-02.
- ↑ Meet iCloud's great-grandfather: iTools by Stephen Hackett, iMore. 2016-01-25.
- ↑ Apple discontinues KidSafe, by Jim Dalrymple, Macworld. 2001-08-03.
See also
- Parental Controls, for Mac OS X.
External links
- KidSafe at Apple (archived 2001-04-05, 2001-09-17, 2002-01-24)
- MobileMe: iTools at Wikipedia