Internet Policy
The Internet:
The J.C. Clegg Public Library has no control of the Internet and its resources, and
assumes no responsibility for the quality, accuracy, or currency of any Internet
resource. The Internet may contain material of controversial nature.
Staff Assistance:
Staff provides limited assistance for basic start up procedures.
If patrons have never used computers or have specific questions about the
Internet, circulating books are available.
Time Limits:
There is a one hour reservation limit on the computer per day.
Printing:
A printer is available for patron use, the cost of printing is $.15 per page for black
and white printing and $1.00 per page for color printing. These fees apply
regardless of whose paper is used.
Downloading:
To prevent a virus from being introduced into a library computer, only new floppy
disks may be used when downloading data from a computer. These new disks
must be purchased from library personnel. Under no circumstances will patrons
be allowed to use any personal disks on library computers.
E-Mail:
The library does not offer electronic mail accounts.
Internet Use Only:
Patrons may not use personal software, or alter or attach equipment to the
library’s hardware.
Ethical Use:
Internet computers may only be used for legal purposes. Unacceptable uses
include, but are not limited to: harassment of other users; libeling or slandering
other users; destruction of or damage to equipment, software, or data belonging to
the library or other users; disruption or unauthorized monitoring of electronic
communications; or unauthorized copying of copy-right-protected material.
Registration and User Agreement
1. I have read the policies concerning the user of the J.C. Clegg Public Library’s
Internet Computers and agree to abide by the policies.
2. I agree to pay any repair or replacement costs of equipment or software
damaged by myself or by minors for whom I am responsible.
3. I understand that copyright laws restrict duplication of copyrighted software,
and I will follow all copyright laws.
4. I understand that if I fail to abide by the Internet Computer policies, I will lose
eligibility for use of the Library’s Internet Computers.
Signature_________________________________________
Date___________________
For Patrons Under the Age of 18
As the parent or guardian of _______________________________ I give
permission for my child to use the Internet computers at the J.C. Clegg Public Library,
with the understanding that I am responsible for monitoring their appropriate use of the
Internet computers and that I am responsible for any damage that may occur.
Parents signature _______________________________________________
Date ______________________
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