PPT Slide
What is the V-Chip
- A micro-chip placed within a television that limits access to violent and sexual programs on television.
Why is it needed?
- Will protect children from violence, sex, coarse language, and other “offensive” television.
- Allows Technology to be used as a new method to filter out objectionable material
- Allows less exposure of violence to children, preventing adverse future effects
- Allows for preprogrammed rating system for TV