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How to Implement a Content Filtering System
- Abstract
- This paper is a guide for implementing a content filtering system. I cover the basics of an Internet Usage Policy (IUP), installing devices for content filtering, and finally enforcing the policy through disciplinary action. The installation portion will be specific to a particular product (WebWasher). I outline the capabilities and vulnerabilities in detail for anyone who may choose this product; however, I intend to remain objective and generic enough to offer ideas on how to approach other products. For background and understanding, I also discuss the purpose of content filtering and legal issues concerning monitoring employees. My purpose is to show the importance of a filtering system. Through proper planning, such a system can provide another layer of protection for systems and mitigate legal exposure without creating new legal issues.