How to Remove AOL Parental Controls
America Online parental controls are designed to help parents limit the access their children have to the Internet. But as children grow older, some parents will decrease the amount of parental controls they keep on a computer. Although many computer safety advocates recommend some kind of parental control should always be installed, there are others who believe once the child reaches a certain age, the controls should be removed.
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Instructions
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Click the "Start" button on the bottom-left side of the screen. After the "Start" menu opens, click on "Control Panel."
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Find the icon that includes the text "Add or Remove Programs" and click on it.
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Find the "Currently Installed Programs and Updates" list. Click on the "AOL Uninstaller" button. Then, click on the "Change/Remove" button.
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Find the "AOL Parental Controls" box in the list that is displayed. Click it to place a check in the box. Then click the button that says "Uninstall."
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Click the "OK" button when the "AOL Uninstaller" window opens.
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Click the "Yes" button, then select the "Restart" button. Once the restart completes, the AOL parental controls have been completely uninstalled.
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Tips & Warnings
You may be prompted to verify your screen name and password. If you are asked, type the AOL master screen name and password.
Uninstalling parental controls and other safety features can put children at a higher risk while on the computer.
