do you permit kid play your computer?

@fwangaa (3057)
China
May 22, 2009 10:59pm CST
one of my brother want to play games in my computer. i have to stop my working . and find some games let him to play . is it good for him to play games?
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6 responses
• United States
23 May 09
Games are great however, it depends on the age of your brother. Is he young (under the age of 10)? If so, you might want to let him use the computer but with you there at his side. Oftentimes children do not understand that the computer is not a toy and will treat it as such. However, if he is older, then you may utlize a time system that allows you to use your computer yet also allows your brother to use your computer as well. There is another solution, if he is older than 10, then you might want to get a used computer that has limited internet access and can only play certain games that you put on it. Either way a good way to work things out is to compromise and allow him to feel as though he is valued and give him some time at the computer. Maybe allow him to have 2-4 hours at the computer a week after his homework and some more time on the weekends. Good luck.
@fwangaa (3057)
• China
23 May 09
that's right for limit the time for over 10 years , and i also limit the time for playing computer .
@maezee (41997)
• United States
23 May 09
Why not? What harm could it bring? If I were you, though, I would just make sure you're finding a SAFE site for him to play on. Pogo.com is pretty trust-worthy.
• United States
23 May 09
Absolutely, I allow my 8 year old to play on Pogo.com because it is a trusted site for gaming. However, I watch what he plays. I only allow certain games that do not promote violence. I feel that pogo has some great non-violent games that you can share or even play with your brother.
@youless (112126)
• Guangzhou, China
24 May 09
I allow my child to play with my computer. It's OK. I think today it's necessary to learn computer. And playing a computer is a kind of learning method. At least right now my child uses computer better than my mom. When I have to use my computer, I will say it to him and he learns to share it with me. He behaves well in this aspect. But I just won't let my child use computer for a long time because it's not good for the eyesight. I love China
@williamjisir (22819)
• China
24 May 09
I don't allow small kids to play with my laptop, but it is ok for some bigger ones to play for a little while. It is better not to let them play too long as it hurts the eyes. Also if the kid is addicted to the online games, it will be a disaster for him, which distracts him from his study and such.
@cindyhxf (1446)
• China
23 May 09
yes,i permit my kid play my notebook.she liked to watch cartoon in my computer.i think i am ok for her to use but not long time.
@fergus (817)
• Ireland
23 May 09
Hi, yes i think so.