Public Computers and Internet
Rodgers Memorial Library is committed to providing its patrons with access to information. The concept of offering local Internet access for Library patrons is a logical extension of that commitment -- providing easy and open access to information through an electronic, rather than print medium.
In offering Internet access, the library cannot guarantee that information found through the Internet is accurate, authoritative, or factual.
The Library has established basic rules for using Library computers to maximize availability and to ensure fair access to all.
Public Computer Use Rules
Individuals are expected to use Library workstations in a courteous, reasonable and responsible manner.
Computers are available on a first-come first-served basis. Individuals are limited to a maximum of 1 hour of computer use system wide per day. When no one is waiting computer use time may be extended with staff permission.
The Library reserves the right to limit and/or schedule workstation usage to accommodate the largest number of customers.
Library users must sign up for blocks of time to use Library workstations. Computer users must present a valid Library card to sign up and log on to Library computers. Non-residents may present a drivers’ license for guest privileges.
To guard against the deliberate or unknowing introduction of computer viruses into Library PCs, files may not be permanently downloaded onto Library computer hard drives.
Public access computers and software are secured and software must be used as installed. Tampering with PC security which protects computers is prohibited.
No external devices may be attached to any Library computer without the permission of Library staff.
Computer users who deliberately tamper with computers will be charged for damaged equipment and/or software and legal action may be taken against them.
Only one person at a time may use a Library workstation.
Computer printing charge ($.10 per page black and white or $.50 for color printing) is assessed to cover the cost of paper and ink cartridges. Users who provide their own paper must pay full printing charge.
Library Staff Members are not responsible for computer equipment, software malfunctions or lost data.
The Library strives to keep computers working and available. However, Library computers may be unavailable to the public due to maintenance, upgrade, training or other reasons.
Library public computers will be shutdown 15 minutes prior to Library closing.
Internet Use Rules
The Library prohibits use of the Internet for any illegal purpose. No person may
- send, receive, view, or download any illegal material
- degrade or disrupt equipment or system performance
- vandalize the data of any other user
- invade the privacy of individuals
- violate federal, state, or local copyright laws or regulations.
Activities which disrupt the Library or its network are prohibited. The Library’s computers may not be used to conduct a business or to advertise.
The Library reserves the right to limit chat, gaming and other Internet activities that are disruptive or not in keeping with the Library's purpose.
The Internet and its available resources may contain material of a controversial nature. Individuals are responsible for their children's use of the Internet through Library connections. It is not possible for the library staff to control information that children may find on the internet
The Library is a public place. Users must use discretion in displaying text or graphics which may be offensive to others. The viewing of pages which display graphic pornography is inappropriate for a public and open environment and is prohibited, staff will actively intervene when they observe such behavior or it is brought to their attention. However, the library is not responsible for what is displayed by patrons on public access computers.
The Library cannot guarantee the security of personal information transmitted over the Internet and does not recommend the use of Library computers for sensitive applications such as online banking, tax filing, etc. All rules of copyright and personal property must be honored. Information in the form of text, graphics, music, video, software, and other media retrieved or utilized electronically should be considered protected. Failure to comply with these rules will result in loss of Internet and/or computer access.
