Hey there — I’m Michael, also known around here as The IT Dad.
I’m a Systems Architect based in southeast Louisiana, a proud U.S. Army veteran, and dad to four amazing daughters (yes, all girls!). I have been working in tech since 2002 — starting out as an IT Specialist in the U.S. Army — and today I help businesses untangle their networks by day… and untangle charger cords and YouTube settings by night.
🎯 Why I Started The IT Dad
The IT Dad was born when I realized my job as a protector didn’t stop at the front door — it extended into the digital world.
As my girls started using phones, tablets, and laptops, I saw just how wide open the internet really is. I knew I had to do something.
So I took what I’ve learned over two decades in IT — from military to enterprise — and started building a digital fortress for my family. Now I’m helping other parents do the same.
🧰 What I Believe
💡 You don’t have to be a tech expert to protect your kids.
It only takes a little time, a few settings, and the right tools.
That’s my mission here: to show you how to take control of your family’s digital life without needing a computer science degree (or losing your mind in the process).
🛠️ What You’ll Find on the Blog
- ✅ Step-by-step tech safety guides that actually make sense
- 😂 Real stories from the parenting/tech trenches (facepalms included)
- 🛡️ Kid-safe app reviews and security tools
- ⏱️ Time-saving tips on screen time, automation, and sanity
- 💸 Free tools and no-cost solutions for busy families
💬 Let’s Keep It Real (and Safe)
Whether you’re a tech-savvy parent or someone who still thinks “the cloud” involves rain — you’re welcome here.
I started The IT Dad to make family tech safety fun, practical, and real — no scare tactics, no gatekeeping, just solid advice with a few dad jokes along the way.
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