Copyright: We-Blocker Help Notes - Version 1.6.2
Citation: © 2000 We-WebCorp


About Tab

  Controls - About Tab

This tab contains legal information about We-Blocker software, including copyright information and the license agreement that you accepted in order to install We-Blocker software.

Additional information that you may need when contacting We-Blocker Tech Support is the version number, your registration number and the date of the most recent database update.


General  Settings Tab
  Controls - General Settings Tab

Default User Setting

When you start your computer, We-Blocker automatically logs you in as a GUEST User, which has all seven categories of material blocked.

Auto-Log Off User If Idle

This field lets you decide how long it takes for We-Blocker to log the current user off during a period of inactivity (for example, if you walk away from your computer without logging off of the Internet) and automatically revert to the GUEST account.

Temporarily Disable Site Blocking

Allows PARENT accounts to un-block all blocked websites for a single session, providing access to websites that would normally be blocked. Un-blocking is automatically disabled after the PARENT account has logged off.

Disable Guest Account

Allows PARENT account to decide whether or not to allow Internet access to the GUEST account. If the GUEST account is disabled, users must log in to their own accounts before they are able to access the Internet.

Play Sounds

Allows you to turn the sounds on and off.

Update Without Asking First

Sets We-Blocker to automatically update the blocked database from the We-Blocker server.

Use Proxy

This box must be checked if If your Internet access is being provided through a proxy server

Proxy IP / Proxy Port

The settings for the IP address and port of your proxy server may be entered here. If you do not know the IP address and/or port number, please contact your ISP or system administrator.


Users Tab
Controls - Users Tab

The window on the right-hand side contains a list of all accounts currently on your computer.

Add User

Allows you to add a new account. The "Add User" button brings you to the Edit User Information Screen. To set up an account for a new user, enter the information in the appropriate areas and click on "Save" to save the account for the new user.

Edit User

Select a user from the select menu and click the Edit User button to make changes. You will be able to change a user’s password, user’s age, allow for the user to submit sites to block, choose whether or not you want to keep a history log for that user, and decide which categories of material that the user is not allowed to view. Click "Save" to save any changes that you make. In order for your changes to take effect, you must log out and log back in.

Delete User

Removes a user account from We-Blocker.

(NOTE: The GUEST and PARENT accounts may be edited, but not deleted)


  Submit A Site To Block

1) If you are surfing the web, and you encounter a site that you would like to block, click on the We-Blocker Icon in your system tray, located in the bottom right corner of your screen next to the clock, and choose "Submit a Site."

2) A dialog box will appear, prompting you to type in the web address of the site that you would like to block. If it is a site that you have recently visited, you will also be able to select it from the drop-down menu. (If a recently visited site does not appear on the drop-down list, click "Refresh List" to update.)

3) Click on "Block This Site Now" to fill out the detailed submission screen.

NOTE: You must be connected to the Internet in order to submit sites to block.

You will be given the option to submit the site to We-Blocker to be blocked, upon review, for all We-Blocker users, and you will be able to choose the category or categories of material for which the site should be blocked.

Clicking on "Submit this Site" completes the process, and immediately blocks the site that you submitted on your computer. You must be connected to the Internet in order to submit sites. You must fill out the submittal form and check at least one category in order for a site to be blocked on your computer.


  Un-Block A Site

PARENT accounts have three methods for un-blocking sites. Parents can temporarily un-block the entire Internet for a viewing session, or they can permanently un-block sites by removing them from the list on a site by site basis. You must be connected to the Internet in order to un-block sites.

1) Temporarily Un-Blocking A Site

You must be logged in as a PARENT account to access this feature. On the Login Information Tab of your We-Blocker Controls Window, there is a checkbox to temporarily unblock all sites.

2) Permanently Un-Blocking A Site

Method #1

When you encounter a blocked site, and you know that this is a site that you want to un-block, right-click on the We-Blocker icon and choose "Un-Block" site from the menu. We-Blocker will bring you to a more detailed removal form, which you must complete in order for the site to be un-blocked. Your family will now have unrestricted access to these sites. If you decide that you would like to re-block any sites that you have removed from the list, you may submit them again.

Method #2

You may also un-block sites from the History Log. Clicking on the name of a blocked site brings you to a more detailed removal form, which you must complete in order for the site to be un-blocked.


  Change User

When you start your computer, We-Blocker automatically logs you in as a GUEST User, which by default, has all categories of material blocked.

In order to log in as the correct person, you will need to select "Change User" from the System Tray Menu. A dialog box will appear, prompting you to choose a user from the list and enter your password.


Log-out User

  Log Out User

This option logs out the current user and returns to the GUEST User.


  Register We-Blocker

The menu option to "Register We-Blocker" will bring you to our on-line registration form.

We recommend that you register your software as soon as possible in order to receive free technical support, and to prevent We-Blocker from being un-installed by other members of your household.

We-Blocker will remind you to register each time you log on to the Internet. Once you have registered your software, We-Blocker will no longer display the reminder.


Controls

  Controls Window

This menu option opens the We-Blocker Controls Window if you are logged in as a PARENT account.


Using History Log
  History Log

The History Log contains information about all users of We-Blocker that you have chosen to track on your computer.

The History Log will tell you:

* What sites were visited

* Who visited them

* Date and time of the visit

* Whether or not the site was a blocked site

This file logs all sites visited for the previous 90 days. After 90 days, log entries disappear from the list.

You may also un-block sites from the History Log. Clicking on the name of a blocked site brings you to a removal form, which you must complete in order for the site to be un-blocked.

Clear Log File

Removes all entries from your History Log

Sort by ....

Allows you to view log entries by :

* User (alphabetical order)

* Site (alphabetical order)

* Date and Time (most recent visits first)

Text Export ...

We-Blocker has the capability of exporting the history log as a text file so that you may print it or import it into a spreadsheet or database application. Clicking on the "Text Export" button will prompt you to choose a location on your computer to save the text file.


  Block A Site

1) If you are surfing the web, and you encounter a site that you would like to block, click on the We-Blocker Icon in your system tray and choose "Submit a Site."

2) A dialog box will appear, prompting you to type in the web address of the site that you would like to block. If it is a site that you have recently visited, you will also be able to select it from the drop-down menu. (If a recently visited site does not appear on the drop-down list, click "Refresh List" to update.)

3) Click on "Block This Site Now" to fill out the detailed submission screen.

NOTE: You must be connected to the Internet in order to submit sites to block.

You will be given the option to submit the site to We-Blocker to be blocked for all We-Blocker users, and you will be able to choose the category of material for which the site should be blocked.

Clicking on "Submit this Site" completes the process, and immediately blocks the site that you submitted on your computer. You must be connected to the Internet in order to submit sites. You must fill out the submittal form and check at least one category in order for a site to be blocked on your computer.


  Changing the Category for a Blocked Site

To change the category for a blocked site, you must first Un-Block A Site. After the site has been removed from your blocked list, you must then Block A Site again, making sure to check off the appropriate category for which you want it to be blocked.


Uninstalling We-Blocker

  Uninstalling

To uninstall We-Blocker, go to your Start Menu. Under "Programs," choose "We-Web" and then from the resulting menu, choose "WeUninstall".

If you have registered your software, you will be prompted to enter your PARENT account password, and provided that the password is correct, We-Blocker will completely uninstall itself.

If you have not registered your software, you will not be prompted for a password, and We-Blocker will completely uninstall itself.


AOL

  AOL Instructions

We-Blocker can be used with AOL if you follow these instructions:

1. Connect to your AOL account. Once you have logged in, minimize the AOL window.

2. Open either Netscape Navigator or Internet Explorer from the shortcuts on your desktop or from the programs folder of your Start Menu. Use this browser instead of the AOL broswer to surf the Internet.

NOTE: If you have an AOL account, and you plan on using We-Blocker software, do not use AOL's built-in browser. If you do decide to use the AOL browser, please use their built-in parental control options.


MSN, Prodigy, and others

  MSN, Prodigy, and Other On-Line Services

We-Blocker is currently being tested for other on-line services, such as MSN and Prodigy.


  License Agreement

By downloading and/or installing the software contained herein, you as the user (The "Licensee") have indicated your understanding, acceptance of and agreement to, the terms and conditions of this end user license agreement (this "License"). As the Licensee hereunder, you should read all of the terms and conditions of this License PRIOR to installing or using the We-Blocker software. If you do not agree to and accept, the terms and conditions of this License, you will not be able to install this software package.

We-Blocker is a software package that is created, distributed and owned by We-WebCorp.com. Use of this software is free to the general public, including but not limited to government, commercial, educational and personal institutions and households, provided that the following conditions are met:

1) Any re-distribution must be of a verbatim copy of the program that is downloadable from http://www.We-Blocker.com or a verbatim copy of the program as it was received from portable media.

 2) The program may not be reverse-engineered, decompiled, customized beyond what the program allows, be used within any other programs or altered in any way. Any of the aforementioned activities terminates any rights granted under this License.

3) Free re-distribution of this program, or verbatim copies of this program, to the general public is permitted, provided that the program is not packaged or combined with any other product or service, or used for commercial or promotional purposes without the express written permission of We-WebCorp.com.

The use of this program is limited to the purpose of blocking of Internet websites. Any use of We-Blocker software other than its intended use of blocking websites is strictly prohibited. We-WebCorp.com may not be held responsible for any damages, real or imagined, that may occur from the use of, misuse of, or inability to use this software in any way.

We-Blocker software and We-WebCorp.com are trademarks of We-WebCorp.com Corporation. All rights not specifically granted in this license are reserved by We-WebCorp.com.

© 1999 We-WebCorp.com


  Release Notes

We-Blocker 1.6.2 Release Notes

Last Updated:  June 9, 2000

This version of We-Blocker is primarily intended to address as many known issues as possible that were discovered in the previous version and to add a few user requested features.

Version 1.6.2: June 9, 2000

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Bugs Fixed:

1. Better support for NT and Win2000.

New Features:

3. No longer need to reboot when installing or uninstalling

4. Added parent defined silent DB updates.

No Known Issues:

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We-Blocker 1.6 Release Notes

Last Updated:  April 28, 2000

This version of We-Blocker is primarily intended to address as many known issues as possible that were discovered in version 1.5 and to add a few user requested features. Additionally, We-Blocker 1.6 adds further support for customized channel version.

Version 1.6: April 28, 2000

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Bugs Fixed:

1. Random 'Update DB now?' dialogs no longer occur.

2. Fixed hang-up on export history log.

3. Fixed workaround for disabled guest account.

4. Password length error in change user dialog.

5. Fixed parsing of specific types of server headers (/n vs /c).

New Features:

1. Support for Customized versions to allow pop-up at a fixed

    time.

2. Websafe verifies asserter is running and boots it if not.

3. Asserter verifies Websafe is running and boots it if not.

4. Security Checking on shutdown.

5. Added ability to modify GUEST account.

6. Removed dialog for confusing 'default account.'

7. Created longer auto log off values

Known Issues:

1. NT install issues for those using UserManager.

   Will be addressed in future version.

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We-Blocker 1.5 Release Notes

Last Updated:  Feb 25, 2000

This version of We-Blocker is primarily intended to address as many known issues as possible that were discovered in version 1.0.3 and to add new features. Additionally, We-Blocker 1.5 adds

support for customized channel version.

Bugs Fixed:

1. Setup was fixed to not allow a reinstall to overwrite current

   parent password.

New Features:

1. Users can 'unblock' sites that they do not want scanned for

    content.

2. Support for customized channel version.

Known Issues:

1. NT install issues for those using UserManager. Will be

    addressed in future version.

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We-Blocker 1.03 Release Notes

Last Updated:  Dec. 09, 1999

This version of We-Blocker is primarily intended to address as many known issues as possible that were discovered in version 1.02 and to add a few user requested features. Additionally, We-Blocker 1.03 adds a few new word blocking features.

Bugs Fixed:

1. Reworked algorithm for reading pages for 'bad words.'

New Features:

1. Added left mouse click support for System Tray Icon

Known Issues:

NT install issues for those using UserManager.

Will be addressed in future version.

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We-Blocker 1.02 Release Notes

Last Updated:  Nov. 11, 1999

This version of We-Blocker is primarily intended to address as many known issues as possible that were discovered in version 1.01 and to add user requested features. Additionally, We-Blocker 1.02 adds new word/phrase blocking features.

Version 1.02: Nov. 11, 1999

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Bugs Fixed:

1. Now deletes DB index files (cdx) on We-Blocker bootup, so there is no crash when initializing the DB.

2. In blocking and un-blocking sites from the history log, the user prompt now provides a distinction between blocking and unblocking.

3. Added cancel buttons to Log-In form.

4. Systray icon no longer gives access to controls until fully booted, no longer giving the user access to the controls without a parental password.

5. DB blocking lookup now removes any trailing periods that the user could enter to bypass the DB lookup.

New Features :

1. Added word/phrase blocking as a user defined option.

2. Listed Database version, Application Version, and Build ID to About Tab in the We-Blocker controls.

3. Add ability for We-Blocker to send Application Version and Build ID to interface CGIs for notification for user to upgrade.

4. Added ability to export History Log to text file.

5. Left mouse click is equivalent to right click on system tray icon.

6. Added title to several forms that were missing titles.

7. Added ability to change field size in history log.

8. Added ability to disable guest account forcing individuals to log-in as a user.

9. Added icons to menus.

Known Issues:

There are no known issues or incompatibilities at the time released.

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Version 1.01: Sept. 3, 1999

This version of We-Blocker is primarily intended to address as many known issues as possible that were discovered in version 1.0.

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Bugs Fixed:

1. Fixed double shutdown issue that some Windows 98 users were experiencing.

2. Fixed need to reboot twice after installation.

3. Fixed problem with non-parent users being able to access the controls.

New Features:

1. Added support for Windows Help engine.

2. Fixed database issues:  Synchronized Authority database, Application database, and Web Lookup Database. Also Updated Shipping Application database to reflect all updates.

3. Setup allows user to choose if they want to override their setting to the controls to the installation defaults.

4.  Added support for Internet Explorer 5.x.

5.  Added wider support for Netscape 4.x custom install paths.

6.  Wider firewalls/proxy server support, including automatic setup of proxy settings on installation based in IE pre-install settings.

7.   Added proxy server setup in controls (still requires reboot).


Additional Support

  Additional Support Options

If you encounter additional trouble with your We-Blocker software and you can not find the answer to your question in the We-Blocker Help Section, please see our website at http://www.We-Blocker.com.

You may also reach We-Blocker Tech Support by phone at (480) 609-9277, Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM MST, or by email at support@We-Blocker.com.


  We-Blocker Icon

The We-Blocker icon is the icon shaped like a small "We" in your system tray, located at the bottom right hand corner of your screen next to the clock.

Either right-clicking or left-clicking on this icon will open a menu for all available We-Blocker options.

If you are a PARENT account, you will have the following options visible on the menu:

* Controls

* Submit A Site To Block

* Un-Block A Site

* Change User

* Log-out User

* Register We-Blocker

* Help

If you are not a PARENT account, you will have the following options visible on the menu:

* Submit A Site To Block

* Change User

* Log-out User

* Help


  Un-Block A Site

PARENT accounts have three methods available for un-blocking sites. Parents can temporarily un-block all blocked websites for a single session, or they can permanently un-block sites by removing them from the blocked list on a site by site basis. NOTE: You must be connected to the Internet in order to un-block sites.

1) Temporarily Un-Blocking A Site

You must be logged in as a PARENT account to access this feature. On the Login Information Tab of your We-Blocker Controls Window, there is a checkbox to temporarily unblock all sites.

2) Permanently Un-Blocking A Site

Method #1

You must be logged in as a PARENT account to access this feature. When you encounter a blocked site, and you know that this is a site that you want to un-block, right-click on the We-Blocker icon and choose "Un-Block a Site" from the menu. We-Blocker will bring you to a more detailed removal form, which you must complete in order for the site to be un-blocked. Your family will now have unrestricted access to these sites. If you decide that you would like to re-block any sites that you have removed from the list, you may submit them again.

Method #2

You must be logged in as a PARENT account to access this feature. You may also un-block sites from the History Log. Clicking on the name of a blocked site brings you to a more detailed removal form, which you must complete in order for the site to be un-blocked.


Words To Block

  Controls - Words To Block

We-Blocker does not allow websites containing certain words and/or phrases to be accessed by your computer. The Words to Block Tab contains the list of words and phrases that you may edit at any time. Since these words and phrases may be considered offensive, We-Blocker does not automatically display the list. The checkbox on this tab must be clicked in order to make any changes.

The list on the right-hand side displays the list of blocked words and phrases, and the category of material that the word or phrase is blocked for.

Add Word

Allows you to add a new word or phrase to be blocked. This button opens a new window for you to enter the word and choose a category. Click "Save" for your changes to take effect.

Del Word

Allows you to delete a word or phrase from the list

(NOTE: To change a blocking category for a word, you must delete it from the list and add it again in a different category.)


Users Tab

  Controls - Users Tab

The area on the right side of the screen displays a list of all user accounts currently set up on your computer.

Add User

Allows you to add a new account. The "Add User" button brings you to the Edit User Information Screen. To set up an account for a new user, enter the information in the appropriate areas and click on "Save" to save the account for the new user.

Edit User

Select a user from the list and click the Edit User button to make changes.

You will be able to change:

* User's password

* User's age

* Allow the user to submit sites to block

* Choose to keep a history log for that user

* Choose to have sites blocked that contain certain words and/or phrases for that user

* The categories that are blocked for each user

Click "Save" to save any changes that you make. In order for your changes to take effect, you must log out and log back in.

Delete User

Removes a user account from We-Blocker.

(NOTE: The PARENT and GUEST accounts may be edited, but not deleted from your computer.)


  Controls Window

The Controls Window has four tabs that allow you to access all features of We-Blocker and make changes to your We-Blocker options.

There are four tabs across the top of the window, each controlling a different set of features:

* About Tab

* General  Settings Tab

* Words To Block

* Users Tab

There are three function buttons across the bottom of the screen:

* View History Log	 -  opens the History Log

* Help  -  opens the Help Notes

* Done  -  exits the We-Blocker Controls Window


Installation Problems
Common Problems -- Installation

Problem #1:    We-Blocker works in IE but not Netscape

Symptom:

I  am able to access blocked sites in Netscape but the same site is blocked in Internet Explorer

Solution:

Netscape is installed in a non-standard directory. There are 2 solutions to this problem, depending on how much security you require.

Solution 1 (less secure)

Manually change the proxy settings Edit Menu > Preferences > Advanced >  Proxies > Manual Proxy Configuration > View >

Enter HTTP  127.0.0.1 Port 6711

Solution 2 (more secure)

Uninstall Netscape and re-install in the standard default directory.

Problem #2:

Having difficuly installing with Windows NT or Windows 2000

Symptom:

I am having difficuly installing with Windows NT or Windows 2000.

Solution:

You must be logged in as an administrator to install We-Blocker on Windows NT or Windows 2000


Uninstall Problems

Common Problems -- Uninstalling

Problem #1:    Can not uninstall  We-Blocker

Symptom:

There is no We-Web program group in the Start Menu to uninstall from.

Solution:

Go to your Windows Start Menu, choose Run, and type in "weunistall."

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Problem #2:    Can not uninstall  We-Blocker

Symptom:

Uninstall program asks for a password and I can't remember it.

Solution:

You will need to contact We-Blocker to get access to your system. (see Usage Problems)

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Problem #3:    I cannot access any websites after uninstalling We-Blocker

Symptom:

In Internet Explorer: An alert box appears with the following message: "This page cannot be displayed....."

In Netscape: An alert box appears with the following message: "No response from server......"

Solution:

Select "Direct Connection to the Internet"

 In Netscape:

Edit Menu > Preferences > Advanced > Proxies

In Internet Explorer:

Tools > Internet Options > Connections Tab >

Settings Button under Dial-Up Settings> Un-check the Proxy Server Box


Usage Problems

Common Problems --  Usage

Problem #1:    I forgot my password.

Symptom:    I can not access the We-Blocker controls.

Solution:

You must fax us a copy of your driver's license, a matching signature, and a phone number and email address where you can be reached at, so that we can call you to allow you access to your system. Our fax number is 480.609.9288