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PAUL SAWYIER PUBLIC LIBRARY
INTERNET DISCLAIMER AND POLICY

PLEASE READ BEFORE CONTINUING
 All computer activity is subject to being monitored at any time.

The Internet and its available resources contain a wide variety of materials and opinions from varied points of view. In offering Internet access, the staff of the Paul Sawyier Public Library cannot control access points which often change rapidly and unpredictably.

 

Users are hereby notified that they are responsible for the access points they reach. Parents of minor children must assume responsibility for their children’s use of the Internet in the Library.

The Paul Sawyier Public Library assumes no responsibility for any damages, direct or indirect, arising from use of its Internet services.


 

COMPUTER USAGE

Use of a Library computer indicates agreement to all of the Library's policies.
  

Before using a computer and/or accessing the Internet, each user MUST:

-Log on with a valid library card from the Paul Sawyier Public Library.

-Use of the computers will be on a first come, first served basis.

-First floor computers are reserved for those age 16 & over. 

-Second floor computers are reserved for those under age 16. Adults may not use these computers unless they are assisting their child and the child is with them at the computer terminal, paying attention to the screen.

 

COMPUTER WORKSTATIONS:

-20 sit-down stations and 8 stand-up stations on the first floor that may be used in any combination for a total of 150 minutes per day.

-13 stations in the Youth Department on the second floor with 30 minute time limits per day.

-6 stations in the Young Adult area on the second floor with 90 minute time limits per day.

 

Paul Sawyier Public Library

Computer/Internet Use Policy

Using any public access computer/internet workstation at the Paul Sawyier Public Library is a privilege, not a right, and inappropriate use will result in loss of this privilege. Examples of inappropriate use include, but are not limited to, those listed below.

When you use a public access computer/internet workstation at the Paul Sawyier Public Library, you agree to use the computer/internet resources in a responsible manner, consistent with the educational and informational purposes for which they are provided and you agree to the Library’s rules and regulations.

Library staff is available to assist patrons with internet usage, but may not be familiar with every application patrons wish to use. Due to scheduling restraints, there may not be an internet trained librarian on duty at all times. Because of the many different available applications, Library staff cannot provide complete technical support.

Examples of inappropriate use, include, but are not limited to:

Any illegal activity;

Unauthorized copying of copyright-protected materials;

Tampering with library software & hardware, including, but not limited to changing wallpaper, adding/deleting icons, bookmarks, etc.;

Sending threatening, obscene or harassing materials, messages;

Sending, receiving, displaying, viewing, printing text and/or graphics which may reasonably be construed as obscene;

 

MISUSE OF THE LIBRARY’S COMPUTER/INTERNET WORKSTATIONS AND/OR TYPEWRITER MAY RESULT IN TERMINATION OF LIBRARY PRIVILEGES.

 

 

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Paul Sawyier Public Library Wireless Access Policy
 

The Paul Sawyier Public Library will provide free Internet access points or "hot spots" for users with portable computers or devices capable of receiving wireless signals during normal library business hours. These access points will allow users to access the Internet from their laptop computers when sitting within range of the access points.

Library staff members will provide general information on the settings necessary to access the Internet via these connections, but are not responsible for any changes users make to their computer settings and cannot guarantee that a user's hardware will work with the library's wireless connection.

 

Most WiFi (802.11b and 802.11g) network cards will be compatible, however, the Paul Sawyier Public Library can make no guarantees as to compatibility of patron’s equipment with the library's network.

 

The Paul Sawyier Public Library wireless network has been configured and sized for interactive searches and knowledge gathering on the World Wide Web.  The library’s network is not sized for large downloads from the web.  Therefore, the downloading of software, large images, music, etc. from the web onto a patron’s laptop is not permitted. Patrons will be asked to immediately terminate any activity that adversely impacts the library’s network performance.

 

If a user has problems accessing the Internet over these connections, staff cannot assist in making changes to the user's network settings or perform any troubleshooting on the user's own computer. Users should refer to their owners' manuals or other support services offered by their device manufacturer.

As with most public wireless "hot spots," the library's wireless connection is not secure. There can be non-trustworthy third parties between the user and anybody with whom the user communicates. Any information being sent or received could potentially be intercepted by another wireless user. Cautious and informed wireless users should not transmit their credit card information, passwords and any other sensitive personal information while using any wireless "hot spot." Users must take appropriate precautions when using this service. 

The Library will not be responsible for any personal information (e.g. credit card) that is compromised, or for any damage caused to your hardware or software due to electric surges, security issues or consequences caused by viruses or hacking. All wireless access users should have up-to-date virus protection on their personal laptop computers or wireless devices.

The Library provides access only to Web-based email or through a user's personal Internet provider.

Printers are not available via the wireless connection at this time. If users need to print, they should save their work to a portable storage device (e.g. floppy disk) or wait to print a document on a home printer. An alternative is to email files to themselves, then login to a wired library workstation and send documents to the public printer.

Use of these access points is governed by the Paul Sawyier Public Library Internet Use Policy. All users are expected to use the library's wireless access in a legal and responsible manner, consistent with the educational and informational purposes for which it is provided. Users should not violate federal, Kentucky, or local laws, including the transmission or receiving of harmful material, fraud, or downloading copyrighted or illegal material.

Any restriction or monitoring of a minor's access to the library's wireless network is the sole responsibility of the parent or guardian.

 

Adopted by the Paul Sawyier Public Library Board of Trustees on January 10, 2006