Computer Services

Computer Class Information Internet Policy for Parents Computer Use Policy

Policy & Guidelines for Computer and Internet Use

Policy Statement

SAM

Our computer network regulates users with SAM. This software is easy to use. Just enteryour library card number. You must have a library card to use the system. Flat Rock , Wayne County library cards and Michcards will work. The pin we are currently using is changeme. You may have a four digit pin that you use to reserve books through Ibistro.

You can use this. After siging in you minimize the session timer. All users have one hour if others are waiting. Time can be extended at staff discretion. Extensions are usually the result of homework or resume/job searching duties. After you are finished just end session. If you have any questions see the librarian at the information desk.

The Internet is an unregulated resource. The Library cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information contained therein and is not responsible for any damages, direct or indirect, arising from its connection to the Internet. When accessing the Internet the public must comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, including laws governing copyright and the transmission and dissemination of information.

Users should be aware that the Internet is a public medium and is not secure. Third parties may be able to obtain information regarding users’ activities. The Library respects the confidentiality of those using its electronic resources, and will release library records only as required by law.

Due to the limited resources available for provision of public access to the Internet, the Library reserves the right to limit the amount of time of each computer session. Users are reminded that the Library’s computers are located in public areas that are shared with Library users and staff of all ages, backgrounds, and sensibilities. Individuals are expected to consider this diversity and respect the rights of others when accessing potentially offensive information or images. To achieve an atmosphere conducive to the best use of its resources the Library has developed the following rules regarding the use of the internet and public computers:

Internet Policy for Parents and Minors

Parents of minor children must assume responsibility and are encouraged to take an active role in their child’s use of the Internet. THE LIBRARY’S POLICY AND PROCEDURES ARE ENFORCED TO PROTECT MINORS FROM ACCIDENTAL EXPOSURE TO HARMFUL SITES AS DEFINED BY MICHIGAN LAW.

The policy is supported by the Library’s Intellectual Freedom Policy as well as “Access to Electronic Information, Services, and Networks: an Interpretation of the Library Bill of Rights” from the American Library Association. The availability of information via the Library’s connection to the Internet does not constitute an endorsement of that information by the Flat Rock Public Library.

All use of the Internet must be consistent with the Library’s Computer Use Policy.
The system will not be used for the purpose of violating any local, state, or federal laws.
This includes copyright laws and licensing agreements pertaining to software, files and other resources obtained via the Internet. The laws also pertain to dissemination of obscene materials to minors, and sexual harassment. The library retains the right to terminate access for anyone deemed to be violating these laws.
Users will refrain from using the Library’s Internet resources to conduct a business or commercial enterprise, or engage in commercial activity such as the distribution of advertising.
Users will refrain from using the Library’s Internet resources to conduct a business or commercial enterprise, or engage in commercial activity such as the distribution of advertising.
Internet users will refrain from the transmission of threatening, harassing or abusive language and images.
Use of the Internet must be consistent with the Library’s Patron Behavior Policy.
Library staff may interrupt a user on a game or chat site if that computer is needed to answer a customer’s informational needs and/or to access our online subscription databases.
BOARD APPROVED 6/24/99--REVISED 11/29/0--REVISED 7/27/00

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   Computer Use Policy

Computers are available at the Flat Rock Public Library for patron use.



Computers

Children under age 8 must be accompanied by someone age 12 or older who will remain with the child at the computer during entire time of use.
Usage is limited to one use per day and one hour per day if others are waiting.
Only ONE USER is allowed at one station. Juvenile computers allow two quiet users.
Personal software is not allowed.
Downloading of programs/applications/applets is not allowed.
No files or folders may be saved to the hard drive or server.
User passwords and ID’s may not be saved to the hard drive.
User must be 18 years of age or older to use computers in the Quiet Study Room.

Printing

A fee of .10 cents per page for black and white and .15 cents per color page. This is paid in advance at the information or service desk.
If printing costs are charged to a library card, the charges must be paid up to an amount under $5.00 or borrowing privileges and computer use privileges will be suspended until the fees are paid.