Time restriction programs for kids?

[Chewablegerm]

My son and I are building our first gaming PC and moving from console. I get busy and lose track of time and of course he does when playing. I'd like to automatically limit his game time. Anyone use software that will logoff a profile within certain times?

 

[Chewablegerm]

My son and I are building our first gaming PC and moving from console. I get busy and lose track of time and of course he does when playing. I'd like to automatically limit his game time. Anyone use software that will logoff a profile within certain times?

I'd also like something that would give a warning prior to logoff. Maybe a feature where I could add time with a pin or password, if he's about to win a match or something.

 

[Pifanjr]

Windows 10 has built-in parental controls (also known as "family options"). That's probably a good place to start.

 

[Zloth]

... if he's about to win a match or something.

OR LOSE! Gotta be a good sport!

So, is he using a laptop or desktop PC? Is the fuse that handles his room relatively isolated? 😉

 

[InteraMR]

Some PC monitors have a built it "clock" function, it shows exactly for how long you are playing, on the screen, in the corner.
Mostly its the newer models of the more expansive and professional monitors

 

[Chewablegerm]

OR LOSE! Gotta be a good sport!

So, is he using a laptop or desktop PC? Is the fuse that handles his room relatively isolated? 😉

Desktop PC. I don't think pulling the power everyday is a good idea....lol

 

[Chewablegerm]

Windows 10 has built-in parental controls (also known as "family options"). That's probably a good place to start.

Thanks! I'll look into that.

 

[Chewablegerm]

Some PC monitors have a built it "clock" function, it shows exactly for how long you are playing, on the screen, in the corner.
Mostly its the newer models of the more expansive and professional monitors

Thank you. Actually haven't decided on a monitor yet.