WebWatcher is a proprietary licensed computer and mobile device monitoring software developed by Awareness Technologies. WebWatcher is compatible with iOS, Android, Windows, and macOS operating systems. WebWatcher Mobile records text messages, call logs, web history, photos, and GPS. WebWatcher for PC and Mac features include email & Instant Message monitoring, keystroke logging, web content filtering and monitoring, and screenshot monitoring.
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History
WebWatcher was developed in 2002 initially for uses of counter-terrorism for Windows PCs. The software is now used by parents to monitor their children's online activities. In 2010, a version of the software was released for BlackBerry and Android devices. In 2012, WebWatcher for Mac was released. WebWatcher for iOS was released in 2014.
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Features
WebWatcher utilizes a client-server architecture which monitors and records user activity on the client machine. After data is recorded, it is then encrypted and transmitted through a secure SSL connection to a remote server. The user can then login to a website portal to view this recorded data. This process allows a customer to view the recorded data remotely. WebWatcher also offers a 7-day Free Trial for Android, iOS, Windows & Mac platforms.
Reception and Criticism
WebWatcher received the PC Magazine editors' choice award in a 2011 review of Parental Control & Monitoring software. In the article, WebWatcher was referred to as "Heavy-handed" saying: "if you find it necessary to track a child who's engaging in risky activities, WebWatcher will record every detail and even send you instant notification when it encounters certain words." Also, About.com readers named WebWatcher as the "Best Internet Safety Tool" as part of its 2011 Readers' Choice Awards.
Critics have noted that since the software runs stealth on a device, there is an opportunity for the software to be installed illegally. To mitigate this issue, WebWatcher requires administrator credentials to be installed on a device.
References
Source of article : Wikipedia
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