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Computer Use Policy
The Old Bridge Public Library provides a wide
variety of computing resources to the public. This Policy
directs the use of these computer resources including, but
not limited to, the network and stand-alone computers and
the resources they make available to the public. Interpretation,
application, and modification of this Policy are within the
sole discretion of the Library. The Library reserves the
right to set rules as needed to promote equitable computer
use and to revise this Policy in response to changes in or
concerns about the computing environment. By using a Library
computer, customers agree to the following terms and conditions.
General Procedures
The Library has several distinct areas with computers for
public use. As a result, procedures may vary depending on
computer location. Procedures may include, but are not limited
to, time limits, sign-up sheets, identification, age limits,
residency and Library account status. Library use of the
equipment takes precedence over customer use at all times.
Customer Responsibilities
Customers are responsible for:
• Complying with the OBPL Computer
Use Policy, as well as other applicable Library policies,
including but
not limited to, the OBPL Acceptable Library Behavior
Policy
• Observing all local, state, and
federal laws and regulations governing computer use
• Any and all access, use, or dissemination
of information by means of the Internet, or, in the case
of a minor, the
customer and the parent or guardian are responsible
jointly
• The resolution of problems related
to their computer use, including, but not limited to, access,
loss, or damage
of data, invasion of privacy, electronic transactions
or damage to equipment
• Awareness of computer viruses,
worms and other destructive computer programs in order
to avoid being a victim or distributor
of these processes
• Any and all printouts resulting
from their computer use and applicable charges upon completion
of such use
Acceptable and Unacceptable Uses
Computer Customers:
• Must use Library computer resources
for educational, informational, and recreational purposes
only
• May not violate or damage, equipment,
software or data belonging to the Library or others, including,
but not
limited to, altering existing computer settings,
configurations or software
• May not download software onto Library
computers
• May use non-Library provided paper
at the sole discretion of the Library
• Should respect the rights, property,
and sensibilities of all Library customers, and must refrain
from activities
that disrupt or prevent others from using the Library
and its resources or violate another customer's privacy
• May not misrepresent themselves as
another customer, attempt to modify or gain access to files,
passwords, or
data belonging to others, or make unauthorized use
of accounts, access codes or identification numbers
• Must respect intellectual property
rights by making only authorized copies of copyrighted, licensed
or otherwise
controlled software or data
Compliance
Failure to comply with this Policy or with Library staff
directions may result in restriction or termination of the
customer’s Library privileges, or, if applicable, require
compensation to the Library. Illegal acts involving Library
resources may be subject to prosecution by local, state,
or federal authorities.
Disclaimer
The Library subscribes to the principles of intellectual
freedom expressed in the American Library Association’s
Library Bill of Rights and Freedom to Read statements and
its interpretation of these documents. The Library does not
monitor, control, or restrict anyone’s access to equipment
or resources, within the limits of this Policy, and local,
state and federal law. Customers of the Internet assume the
responsibility of evaluating accessed information. Restricting
access is the responsibility of the customer or the customer’s
parent or legal guardian. The Library encourages parents
to discuss the Internet with their children and monitor their
children’s Internet use. Child Safety on the Information
Highway, jointly produced by the National Center for Missing
and Exploited Children and the Interactive Services Association,
is a useful resource.
Approved by the Library Board of Trustees: March 10, 2004
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