More than half of Australians have the internet at home and a household with children is more likely to have a computer with internet access. 
Children can benefit from the internet because it offers them more text-based information than other media. It can help improve a child’s interest in reading and their problem-solving skills. But how do you know what is too much exposure to the internet?
The Australian Council for Children’s Film and Television suggests that up to an hour a day is enough screen time for children under seven or eight. For older children, 1½-2 hours is enough. (this includes computer, TV and electronic games)
Extended and frequent use of the computer can effect a child’s health and fitness. Here are some interesting points that might help you limit "screen time"
· When using the computer, set the kitchen timer
· Encourage your child to engage in a range of activities that are alternatives to web surfing. An afternoon at a local library followed by a milkshake could turn into a much valued experience
Encourage children to discuss homework and assignments with family and friends. For example, a mother overheard her friend telling the history behind Taj Matal to a child. She found the story very interesting and would normally have automatically depended on Google for an answer.
It is also important to keep in mind that information you find on the internet may not always be accurate. Confirm that sites have credibility when researching school work or obtain the information from alibrary resource
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