Internet Policy

As part of the Waterville Public Library's mission to meet the recreational informational and cultural needs of the community, and in response to advances in technology, the Library offers computer terminals with access to the Internet.
        The Internet is a continually developing global collection of computer netwoks that connects millions of computer users all over the world. The Waterville Public Library, through electronic resources obtained from the Mid-York Library System and on its own computer, provides access to the vast amount of information available through these connections.
        Some Internet sites may contain inaccuate, controversial, or illegal material. Neither the Waterville Public Library or the Mid-York Library System monitors or has control over the information available through the Interent and they are not responsible or liable for its content.
        As with other library material, parents and legal gaurdians should provide guidance to their own children and should monitor their use of the computer terminals and the electronic access. Children also bear responsibility for using all library resources properly.
        Inappropriate use of the terminals or Internet access can result in suspension, and possible cancelation of the privilege to use this resource. Examples of inappropriate use include but are not limited to the following:
       
    * Violation of computer system integrity
    * Unathorized tampering with or causing physical harm to computer hardware or software
    *Engaging in illegal activities or accessing illegal materials
    * Violation of software license agreements and copyright laws

        Illegal acts through the use of the library computer terminals may also by subject to prosecution by local, state or federal authorities.
        there are both financial and space limitations affecting the use of electronic resources at the library. Currently, the library cannot provide terminals that offer total privacy for the user. Also, the library reserves the right to establish procedures that allow the fullest use of the terminals by all tis users. These procedures may include, but are not limited to the following:

    * Time limits for the use of terminals
    * Reservation requirements for the use of terminals
    * Minimum age requirements for unassisted use of terminals
    * Limits to the number of people using the terminal at one time.

    The library expects all users to read the policies and procedures for the library computer usage and Internet access and the Rule of conduct for library users. This policy may be revised from time to time by resolution of the Board of Trustees

Computer Policy

1. There is a 1 hour daily time limit for anyone under the age of 18, unless you are doing something educational.

2. You must have your library card to sign into the computers.

3. There is a 30 minute time limit if someone is waiting for the computer.

4. Please use headphones if you are going to use sound or mute the sound.

5. Crowding around the computer is prohibited.

6. Viewing inappropriate materials will suspend your computer privileges.

7. If you owe the library more than $10 in fines you will be blocked from the computer and cannot use the computers until your fines are under $10.

*failure to abide by these rules may result in suspension of computer privileges.

In Library Laptop

A laptop is available for check-out to use only IN THE LIBRARY

1. The laptop is for adults only.
2. You must sign out the laptop at the front desk.
3. There is a 1 hour time limit and there is a 30 min. time limit if someone is waiting.
4. You can use the laptop anywhere in the MAIN LIBRARY. It cannot be taken out of the main library.
5. Viewing inappropriate materials will result in suspension of computer privileges.
6. The laptop does not print.
7. You must either mute the sound on the laptop or get headphones from the front desk.

 *Failure to follow these rules will result in suspension of all computer privileges.