Rules of Conduct - Use of Library Computers
- Internet computers shall not be used for illegal activity. Violation of this rule will subject a patron to prosecution.
- Installation, downloading or modification of software is prohibited.
- Users shall respect copyright laws and licensing agreements.
- Users shall not make any attempt to gain unauthorized access to restricted computer files or networks, nor to damage or modify computer equipment or software.
- Patrons shall pay for copies or other fees incurred in the use of library computers.
- Patrons must have a valid PINES library card to use the computers in the Clayton County Library System. In compliance with PINES rules, a user must have fewer than ten dollars in fines and fewer than ten overdue books on the card.
- Library computers are offered on a “next available terminal” basis. The PC reservation system will hold the terminal for 5 minutes before releasing it to the next reservation.
- Time limits established by the library for use of electronic resources will be followed at all times. The reservation system allows the patron to choose from a selection of time allowed for use. Time limits are subject to change.
- Telephone reservations of library equipment are not permitted.
- Upon completion of a computer session, depending on current demand for the terminals, a user may make another reservation. Users are limited to four (4) sessions of any length per day.
- Users must end their computer sessions at any time they are directed to do so by a library staff member.
- Users shall respect the privacy of other users and shall refrain from commenting upon what any other patron is accessing.
- The library computers are set up for individuals. With the exception of a minor who is accompanied by a parent or guardian during an Internet session, only one person per terminal is permitted. Exceptions to this rule may be granted at the discretion of library staff.
- Misuse of library computers will result in the loss of computer privileges, potential loss of library privileges and possible prosecution. Such misuse includes, but is not limited to: using the computer for illegal activities, hacking into the library computer system or any other computer system, damaging or attempting to damage computer equipment or software, interfering with system operations, integrity or security, gaining unauthorized access to another person’s files, sending harassing messages, altering or attempting to alter the library’s computer settings and violating copyright laws and software licensing agreements.
- No use, disclosure or dissemination of personal information regarding persons using computers at any location of the Clayton County Library System is permitted.
- Definitions: a. “Minor” refers to a person under 18 years of age. b. “inappropriate material” for minors is material that is obscene as defined under Georgia law, (O.C.G.A. Section 16-12-80). Child pornography is defined under federal and/or state law, (18 USC Section 2256; O.C.G.A. Section 16-12-100) and material that is “harmful to minors” as defined in Georgia law, (O.C.G.A. Section 16-12-102).
Adopted April 12, 2005
