Computer/Internet Acceptable Use Policy
We are pleased to provide Internet access to the patrons of St. Marys Public Library as an extension of our existing print and audiovisual services. The Internet can connect you to a wealth of information that is available globally, however there are no regulations concerning the quality of what you will find. Please remember that St. Marys Public Library cannot control nor is responsible for content, accuracy, availability or currency of information on the Internet.
USE BY MINORS
Not all information on the Internet will be appropriate for all ages. Parents are responsible for information which their children access. The St. Marys Public Library cannot assume the role of parents or the function of parental authority and is not responsible for enforcing restrictions a parent places on a minor's use. However, the library has installed filtering softare on computers. Children under the age of 13 must use these computers unless a parent/guardian directly supervises their computer sessions. All persons under the age of 18 wishing to use the Internet must have parental permission on file.
NO ONE SHALL DISPLAY INAPPROPRIATE MATERIALS AS DEFINED BY 18 PENNSYLVANIA CODE OF STATUTES 5903. THE LIBRARY CANNOT GUARANTEE PRIVACY DURING INTERNET USE. PLEASE USE COMMON SENSE TO AVOID THE OCCURANCE OF VISUAL IMAGES THAT MAY BE OFFENSIVE TO OTHERS IN THE LIBRARY.
ADMINISTRATIVE GUIDELINES
Computer/Internet resources are provided by the library equally to all patrons.
Computers are available to registered patrons for one-hour periods, on a first-come, first serve basis. A sign-up sheet will be kept at the desk for those who are waiting for a computer.
If you sign up for a period of time and are not here at that time, your name will be removed from the list and the computer will be assigned to the next patron.
No more than three people may be at the terminal at one time while checked out to an individual. Only the patron checking out the computer may operate it. A member of this group may not “piggyback” into the next hour.
Downloading to the computer hard drive is not allowed.
If working in an Office Program, you may save your work to a disc purchased at the desk. Once a disc is taken from the library, it may not be reused in any library computer. We will file your disc at the desk if you need to return to continue the work you’ve started.
Discs may be purchased at the desk for $1.00 each.
You will be charged .20 for each black and white page you print out, .50 for every color page.
The library cannot guarantee privacy during your Internet session. Use common sense to avoid the occurrence of visual images that may be offensive to others in the library.
ACCEPTABLE USE
Users may not make unauthorized use of computer accounts, access codes, or network identification numbers.
Users may not distribute unsolicited advertising.
Users may not transmit any form of computer virus.
Users may not transmit any data or programs that cause disruption of services for others.
Users may not use their personal software programs on this computer.
Users may not use the network to violate intellectual property laws by distributing copyrighted or otherwise protected information, documents or software programs.
Users who violate Library Board Policy may lose library computer privileges
Users who violate applicable laws may be subject to prosecution by local, state or federal authorities.
HAVE FUN EXPLORING THE INTERNET!
…but remember that many times the specific information you need may be here in the library in books, periodicals, videos, or cassettes.
DISCLAIMER FORM
The following form must be appropriately signed, dated and be on file at the library prior to using the Internet computer for the first time.
I have read and understand the St. Marys Public Library Policy on acceptable use of Computer/Internet services. I acknowledge and agree that the Library Board and staff assume no responsibility for personal injury or discomfort which (I, my son, my daughter) may receive or cause others, or for laws which are violated while using the Internet.
Patron name________________________ Patron number________ *D.O.B.______
*if under 18
Minor name(s) _______________________ Patron number________ D.O.B.______
_____________________ ________ D.O.B.______
_______________________ _______ D.O.B.______
Address _____________________________________ Phone ________________
Signature ________________________________________ Date________________
(Parent Signature required for minors.)
Approved by the Board of Directors 2003
USE BY MINORS
Not all information on the Internet will be appropriate for all ages. Parents are responsible for information which their children access. The St. Marys Public Library cannot assume the role of parents or the function of parental authority and is not responsible for enforcing restrictions a parent places on a minor's use. However, the library has installed filtering softare on computers. Children under the age of 13 must use these computers unless a parent/guardian directly supervises their computer sessions. All persons under the age of 18 wishing to use the Internet must have parental permission on file.
NO ONE SHALL DISPLAY INAPPROPRIATE MATERIALS AS DEFINED BY 18 PENNSYLVANIA CODE OF STATUTES 5903. THE LIBRARY CANNOT GUARANTEE PRIVACY DURING INTERNET USE. PLEASE USE COMMON SENSE TO AVOID THE OCCURANCE OF VISUAL IMAGES THAT MAY BE OFFENSIVE TO OTHERS IN THE LIBRARY.
ADMINISTRATIVE GUIDELINES
Computer/Internet resources are provided by the library equally to all patrons.
Computers are available to registered patrons for one-hour periods, on a first-come, first serve basis. A sign-up sheet will be kept at the desk for those who are waiting for a computer.
If you sign up for a period of time and are not here at that time, your name will be removed from the list and the computer will be assigned to the next patron.
No more than three people may be at the terminal at one time while checked out to an individual. Only the patron checking out the computer may operate it. A member of this group may not “piggyback” into the next hour.
Downloading to the computer hard drive is not allowed.
If working in an Office Program, you may save your work to a disc purchased at the desk. Once a disc is taken from the library, it may not be reused in any library computer. We will file your disc at the desk if you need to return to continue the work you’ve started.
Discs may be purchased at the desk for $1.00 each.
You will be charged .20 for each black and white page you print out, .50 for every color page.
The library cannot guarantee privacy during your Internet session. Use common sense to avoid the occurrence of visual images that may be offensive to others in the library.
ACCEPTABLE USE
Users may not make unauthorized use of computer accounts, access codes, or network identification numbers.
Users may not distribute unsolicited advertising.
Users may not transmit any form of computer virus.
Users may not transmit any data or programs that cause disruption of services for others.
Users may not use their personal software programs on this computer.
Users may not use the network to violate intellectual property laws by distributing copyrighted or otherwise protected information, documents or software programs.
Users who violate Library Board Policy may lose library computer privileges
Users who violate applicable laws may be subject to prosecution by local, state or federal authorities.
HAVE FUN EXPLORING THE INTERNET!
…but remember that many times the specific information you need may be here in the library in books, periodicals, videos, or cassettes.
DISCLAIMER FORM
The following form must be appropriately signed, dated and be on file at the library prior to using the Internet computer for the first time.
I have read and understand the St. Marys Public Library Policy on acceptable use of Computer/Internet services. I acknowledge and agree that the Library Board and staff assume no responsibility for personal injury or discomfort which (I, my son, my daughter) may receive or cause others, or for laws which are violated while using the Internet.
Patron name________________________ Patron number________ *D.O.B.______
*if under 18
Minor name(s) _______________________ Patron number________ D.O.B.______
_____________________ ________ D.O.B.______
_______________________ _______ D.O.B.______
Address _____________________________________ Phone ________________
Signature ________________________________________ Date________________
(Parent Signature required for minors.)
Approved by the Board of Directors 2003
