BRIDGEWATER FREE LIBRARY

Internet Access Policy

     The Bridgewater Free Library, in response to advances in technology and the changing needs of the community, strives to develop collections, resources and services that meet the recreational, educational, informational, and cultural needs of its diverse community by providing access to electronic information.
     The Bridgewater Free Library provides access to the Internet. The Internet is a global entity with a highly diverse user population. The Library does not monitor and has no control over the information accessed through the Internet and cannot be held responsible for its content. Not all sources on the Internet provides accurate, complete, or current information.
     All Internet resources accessible through the Library are provided equally to all library users. The Library does not censor access to materials or protect patrons from information. Parents or guardians, not the Library or its staff, are responsible for the Internet information selected and/or access by their children. Parents and only parents may restrict their children and only their children from access to Internet resources accessible through the Library. Parents are advised to supervise their children's Internet sessions.
     The use of the Internet for any illegal activity is strictly forbidden. The Library expressly disclaims any liability or responsibilities arising from access to or use of information obtained through its electronic information systems.