10Dec 2025 by nrcmmc
Child-friendly AI?

Child-friendly AI?

Apps, Devices, Filters, Privacy, Resources, Reviews
Edge, Chrome, Firefox, DuckDuckGo, Safari, AngelQ. These could be interesting names for models of cars, but actually these are all variations of web browsers. What is the difference between each of these options? More importantly, which one should you pick for your family to use?  The owners of big technology sites won’t even put their own children on their site, states co-founder of AngelQ, Josh Thurman. Their browser, however, was created FOR kids to use - safely. AngelQ was created by Josh Thurman and Tim Estes in May 2025 as a safe alternative for families to give their children internet access without as much risk of finding age-inappropriate content. The AngelQ app uses the power of AI to make searches productive and fun, without accidentally clicking onto a site with…
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06Nov 2025 by nrcmmc
Generative AI

Generative AI

Chatbot News, Guidelines, Hazards, Reviews
Generative AI is a type of artificial intelligence that creates new content–such as text, images, code, music, and videos–based on patterns it has learned from existing data. One of the most common generative AI tools is ChatGPT. To use ChatGPT, simply ask a question or type a prompt, and it will produce a response. If the response is not satisfactory, you can continue prompting it until it meets your needs. Some people have even replaced their traditional search engines with generative AI.  Perhaps you are wondering what the usefulness of generative AI is. The following are a few examples of “everyday” generative AI use: Writing aid: Many people use the writing ability of AI to assist with something they have created or use it to actually create an essay, blog…
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11Oct 2025 by nrcmmc
Book Review- The Anxious Generation

Book Review- The Anxious Generation

Resources, Reviews
Book Review: “The Anxious Generation” by Jonathan Haidt Jonathan Haidt, social psychologist and author of acclaimed works like “The Coddling of the American Mind”, returns with “The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness”. In this book, Haidt tackles one of the most urgent questions of our time: Why are rates of anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges skyrocketing among young people? Haidt’s analysis is both sharply secular in its methodology and, quite surprisingly, convergent with the views of some of today’s most vocal conservative Christian commentators—particularly when it comes to recommendations. A Rigorous, Secular Analysis Haidt takes care to ground his arguments in comprehensive psychological research, demographic analysis, and a synthesis of national data. He steers away from religious or…
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04Aug 2025 by nrcmmc
OnlyFans

OnlyFans

Hazards, Pornography, Reviews
A sports website?  Spoiler alert - it’s not.  And it’s really unsafe for you and your family.   OnlyFans is a website where users can upload content and offer it to the public for a set price. While some of the content is good, 98% of it is sexual in nature. The world today is hypersexual; therefore it is easy to offer sexual content at a premium price, due to the appetite for the general public to view that type of content. In some cases, the uploader can be persons we are familiar with; a friend, coworker, or even a relative. Persons uploading content to OnlyFans are often using OnlyFans content as a source for supplemental income. Some uploaders are making large amounts of money from the content they upload.  OnlyFans…
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04Mar 2025 by Martin Van't Foort
Review of Discord

Review of Discord

Apps, Hazards, Resources, Reviews
Discord is a popular platform for voice, video, and text communication. Originally used by gamers as a way to communicate between different gaming platforms, the app is increasingly being used by people from various communities, including for educational purposes, hobbies, and professional groups - some companies are using it to replace Zoom. On Discord, users can create or join servers, communicate in real-time, and share content with other users of common interests. Besides posting to certain servers where everybody can see, users can privately message each other. Discord has several dangerous aspects which should be considered for user safety: Safety of young users - Protect Young Eyes and Bark emphasize that while Discord offers privacy settings, it can still present risks for young users. Since Discord allows people to create…
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11Nov 2024 by nrcmmc
Math AI Tools – What Parents Should Know

Math AI Tools – What Parents Should Know

Guidelines, Hazards, Reviews
Math-focused artificial intelligence (AI) tools offer a new way to support students in learning and practicing math at home. From tools that provide interactive explanations to apps that help solve and visualize problems, there are many resources available that can enhance understanding and make math more approachable. Here’s what parents should consider: 1. Benefits of Math AI Tools Step-by-Step Explanations: Tools like Photomath, Microsoft Math Solver, and Khan Academy’s AI-driven practice provide guided steps, helping students understand each stage of problem-solving. Personalized Practice: Many apps, like Prodigy or DreamBox, adjust difficulty based on the student’s skill level, ensuring challenges are appropriate and minimizing frustration. Instant Feedback: With AI-based assessment, students can get immediate feedback, helping them correct mistakes early and understand where they went wrong. 2. Learning vs. Shortcuts Encourage…
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11Jul 2024 by nrcmmc
Mad at Meta?

Mad at Meta?

Resources, Reviews, Tutorials
“Dear Meta AI, I do not want to ask you anything, so if you could just give me back my search bar, that’d be great. Ok, thanks, bye!!” Have you seen that post circulating on Facebook lately? Many users were caught off guard by the new feature Meta released and are using their First Amendment rights to voice their opinions on their page. Rants and frustration aside, what can you do about it, and how could it be helpful to you? What can you do about it? Essentially, nothing. MetaAI is here to stay. You may Mute the conversation inside the Messenger app: ‘Until I change it’ is an option here. The magnifying glass shows up once this is selected, though the MetaAI search still shows up after being selected.…
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09May 2024 by nrcmmc
Snapchat’s ‘My AI’

Snapchat’s ‘My AI’

Apps, Resources, Reviews
About a year ago, ‘My AI’ made its debut on top of the conversation list inside the Snapchat app - with no way to remove it*. AI has popped up in many places since then, and we may continually be wondering, “what does this mean?” or “how much data is being collected?” or “can I turn this off?”  As with most AI uses, Snapchat is using this feature to tailor content to its users in order to make their platform more appealing to the user. The app admits that “My AI’s responses may include biased, incorrect, harmful, or misleading content” and that “you should not share confidential or sensitive information”; but it also allows the conversations that have been stored to be deleted. You can follow the steps to do…
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08Jan 2024 by nrcmmc
Media and the Mind: Pediatricians guide to screen time.

Media and the Mind: Pediatricians guide to screen time.

Devices, Guidelines, Hazards, Resources, Reviews
Like the snowflakes that fall from the sky, no two people are exactly alike. Psalm 139 tells us of God’s craftsmanship and knowledge of each individual He created. The psalmist praises,”I am fearfully and wonderfully made.” Each person's needs vary from one another. And our children are no exception. In fact, a child's brain needs guidance and instruction from caring adults at all ages. Screen time and media usage is an area of attentiveness adults must be aware of when raising children.  In an article covering this major topic, Mayo Clinic guides parents and caretakers on digital literacy, problems, developing rules, and teaching good behaviors with screens.  https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/childrens-health/in-depth/screen-time/art-20047952 In a general Q & A article, the American Academy of Pediatricians reiterates the previously mentioned topics. They have also included a…
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07Nov 2023 by nrcmmc
 Human Connections / Relationships vs. Tech Connections

 Human Connections / Relationships vs. Tech Connections

Reviews
The human body is remarkable in how all of its systems are intertwined into the composition of each individual. Some people are more outgoing and bubbly while others are content with being more solitary. Despite these differences in character, all humans need some interaction with others. This became very clear with Covid. The main theme during Covid  was to isolate yourselves to prevent the spread. A side effect of that was an increase in depression, suicide, alcoholism etc. This was largely due to the feeling of being isolated. We all need someone to connect with to fulfill our lives. Today, human connection is being lost due to the invention of technology, which more and more isolates us from actually talking face to face with another person. Technology is always changing…
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