How do i setup time limits and restrictions on my airport extreme?

I am trying to restrict internet usage for my kids and just anyone who wants to use my mac without permission, how do I do this?

You can use the Timed Access feature for this type of application.
Open Macintosh HD > Applications > Utilities > AirPort Utility
Click Manual Setup
Click the Access Control tab just below the row of icons
For MAC Access Control, select Timed Access
The "default" rule is set for unlimited access, which means that any computer with the correct password can connect to the wireless network at any time.
You will need to change the default rule to "No Access" and then click the + (plus) button at the bottom of the list to add the AirPort ID or MAC address of each device that you want to allow to connect to the network along with the daily time limits for that respective device.
So, if you have 5 devices that you want to allow to connect, you will have 5 separate rules, one for each device.
For example, Junior's iPod with AirPort ID of xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx would be allowed to connect daily from 8 AM to 11 PM.
For more detailed instructions, click Help at the top of the screen and enter the following phrase into the search box:
controlling access to your wireless network

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