OpenDNS Family Shield Review

by Brian on August 10, 2010

We get asked at least once per week what products a family can use to keep the filth off their home computers. There are lots of good products out there that will put a tight reign on your computer system.

If you have done business with us before, you know that we LOVE free stuff (who doesn’t?). One of our long-time technology partners, opendns.org has a new product they call Family Shield.

This isn’t software…this is a setting that we can program into your home router. This works by changing the way your computers translate Domain names (ex: yahoo.com) to IP addresses  (ex: 192.0.0.1).

It only takes a few minutes to change this setting, and immediately your network will be filtered of pornographic websites, spyware, and other junk that you wish to keep out.

Pros: FREE, easy to set up, no software

Cons: Not user configurable, no easy Instant-allow type option, Easy to bypass
If you want to try out this service, you can read the How-To section of the Family Shield website, or for a limited time, if you LIKE us on Facebook,  we will set it up on your network FREE of charge.*

Call us Now to get started: 812-499-9587

*Free service is only available over remote support connections.  If on-site service is necessary, it must be charged our regular hourly rate. Offer Ends: August 31st 2010

Summary: While it doesn’t have the grangular controls that some other software-based filtering systems can give you…the price is right. This service is much better than NO filtering and we can set up your home for protection TODAY.

Who are We?

PC TLC, Inc. provides computer repair service and technology solutions to business and residential customers in the Evansville area. If your computer is running slowly, you have a virus infection, or you just need some help with things -we are here to help.

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