Abstract: A computer system includes an audio chip to generate audio signals at a target volume level to be emitted as audio output by speakers. Also included in the computer system may be a volume control routine to limit the overall volume level of the system. A maximum volume level may be set by a user through interacting with a software routine. The software routine may include password protection, requiring a user to enter a correct password in order to modify the maximum volume level. If the target volume level is above the maximum volume level, then the volume control routine may set the overall volume level of the system at the maximum volume level. Otherwise the volume control routine may set the overall volume level at the target volume level.