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How to keep your children safe when buying video games and consoles this Christmas


Published on 2024-12-08 09:44:09 - Daily Express
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  • To help you make sense of it all, Daily Express recently spoke to Virgin Media Gamepad game expert Blake Manchester about how to keep your children safe online. Most modern games have some kind of in-game purchasing option. Games like Fortnite are free ...

The article from Express.co.uk provides a comprehensive guide for parents on ensuring online safety for children engaging with video games. It highlights the importance of understanding the games children play, including their content, online features, and potential risks like in-game purchases or interactions with strangers. The guide suggests using parental controls, setting up privacy settings, and discussing online behavior with children. It also mentions the need for monitoring playtime, understanding age ratings, and being aware of the social aspects of gaming, such as voice chat and messaging. Virgin Media, in partnership with the article, offers tools and advice to help manage these aspects, emphasizing the role of communication between parents and children to foster a safe gaming environment.

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[ https://www.express.co.uk/entertainment/gaming/1986070/video-game-buyers-guide-online-safety-virgin-media ]