What is Online Gaming ? Everything for your safety.

Online gaming means video game which can be play with the help of internet connection.

These video game cannot be play without internet connection.

Online game has many types.

Basically 2 types are below }

1) Multiplayer Online games ( for example Pubg Mobile )

2) HTML games ( For example any game which can be play in a website without download or installation )

Helpful tips for healthy gaming

• Consider the age and maturity of your child and the games they are asking to play. When reviewing the ESRB ratings and content descriptors, do the games seem to be a good fit for your child? If there are older gamers in the home, kids will often want to play the games they see being played rather than the ones that fit their age group. If the game being played by older kids isn’t appropriate, they probably shouldn’t be watching when their siblings play.
• Look at the gaming device your child will play on.  Are the safety settings in place for your child? Do they match his level of maturity and help you set appropriate boundaries with regards to the types of games allowed, who they are allowed to interact with, and the amount of time/times of day they can play? If not, be sure to configure these safety settings before your child starts gaming.
• Talk to your child about appropriate gaming. This conversation is crucial as it sets the framework for understanding and collaboration for gaming successfully. Talk about the safety settings you have put in place, about the types of games that are appropriate or inappropriate, about the time limitations and the importance of having a balanced experience with online gaming, friends, activities, and school. Let your child know that you will periodically check on their gaming – particularly if it includes conversations with people you don’t know – to be sure the conversations are respectful, aren’t sharing too much information, etc.

Explain that you will help them with any problem they encounter like cyberbullying, cheating or other inappropriate behavior by using the report abuse functionality within the sites. Let them also know that any inappropriate behavior on their part will have immediate consequences; spell out what the consequences will be for failing to follow the family’s or website’s rules, so these are clear in advance of any trouble.

• Set time limits. Gaming by its very nature is compelling, with users wanting to reach the next level, earn the next point, or find the enhancement, and it’s easy to lose track of time. Finding the right amount of time can be a balancing act, but some basic guidelines could be that there is no gaming until homework and chores are done, more gaming is allowed on weekends vs. school nights, and that 2 nights a week are technology free nights in your home. If your child’s gaming device (console, laptop, phone or computer) is in their bedroom, it is particularly important to have device time limits in place to help avoid the temptation of playing after bedtime.
• Monitor the websites they visit. Since many games are played online through a computer that isn’t catching the fact that it’s a game being played, it’s important to review your child’s browser history to identify if game time has spread to more hours.
• Play with them. Understand the games they’re playing and join in the fun. Not only will this give you a great way to bond with your child, it will give you the insight into what’s going on in the game.