To bring it full circle. I set this device specific password up over the weekend and it's working like a charm. Parents both appreciate the added security.
Originally Posted by
gfunkdave
The iPad is too difficult, so he got a laptop?? If an iPad is too difficult perhaps a good old fashioned telephone is in order...
Other memorable parental computer-related quotes and actions:
"The internet is broken." [Not connected to Wifi]
"That's not right." [Response to email retention TOS policies of various providers discussion]
"It fell." [Response to question. How did the back of the monitor make a perfect impression through the drywall behind it?]
"I just keep them here." [Showing a small reporter's notebook of frequently used email addresses rather than using Outlook Address book. So focused on typing and reading from pad, didn't notice auto complete feature in action.]
"But Mr./Mrs. [insert name] always tells such funny jokes." [Response to my command to stop opening, reading, clicking on links for or forwarding RE: RE: RE: RE: FWD: FWD: FWD: emails from friends and neighbors.]
Re: Phone. They still have several old four-prong telephone outlet plugs in the house.