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Internet Access/Computer Use Policy

The Bracken County Public Library is proud to offer Internet Access and additional computer software programs to enhance information available to the public. To use the computers, please read the following guidelines and rules.

Accuracy Disclaimer

Not all information provided through Internet sources is accurate, complete, or current information, and may be offensive or dangerous. The library assumes no responsibility for the content or accuracy of information obtained through Internet sources. It should be understood that use in a public environment prevents any guarantee of privacy.

Internet/Computer Use by Minors

Parents or Legal Guardians will be responsible for the following:

  1. Monitoring their child’s access to inappropriate matter on the Internet and World Wide Web. The library cannot control sites that children may select on the Internet, and staff cannot act in place of a parent to do so;
  2. Supervise the safety and security of minors when using electronic mail and other forms of direct electronic communications (chatting is not allowed);
  3. Prevent unauthorized disclosure, use, & dissemination of personal (ID) information;
  4. Prevent minor’s unauthorized access, including “hacking”, and other unlawful activities while online;
  5. Avoid minor’s access to materials harmful to them by monitoring all internet use.

The following regulations are enforced to ensure child safety:

  • Children under the age of 10 must have a parent or legal guardian present, and in attendance with them at all times, to use the computer for Internet use and other available programs.

Internet/Computer Misuse

The library staff is authorized to refuse anyone access to the Internet or Computers. The violation regulations are as followed:

  • The 1st violation of this policy will result in a warning.
  • The 2nd violation of this policy will result in loss of Internet/Computer Access for one year.
  • The 3rd violation of this policy will result in permanent loss of Internet/Computer Access.

The following are considered violations:

  • Unauthorized connection to the library’s network, hacking, and other unlawful activities.
  • More than two people per station unless cleared by library staff.
  • Illegal activities on Internet workstations.
  • Use of Internet workstations to harass others.
  • Charge fees to library via Internet workstations.
  • Exceeding 1-hour time limit when other patrons are waiting.
  • Exhibits pornographic material on Internet workstations. (KRS 531.020)
  • Violating copyright or software licenses while using Internet workstations. (US copyright law, Title 17, US Code).
  • Misrepresenting oneself on the Internet via Internet workstations.
  • Commercial use of the Internet via Internet workstations.
  • Intentional damage to workstations, printers, and/or additional property.
  • Altering hardware/software configurations, saving information to the hard drive.

General Rules for Internet/Computer Use

  • To use the computers, patrons must sign the log-in sheet at the front desk.
  • By signing the log-in sheet, patrons agree to abide by the Bracken County Public Library Internet/Computer Use Policy, which is posted with the log-in sheet, at the public access computers and on the library website.
  • Patrons can sign up for one hour of computer use. When the hour is up, you must leave the workstation if someone is waiting. If you have used the computer for an hour in the day and someone is waiting to use the computer, you will be required to sign-off.
  • No more than two people per workstation is allowed.
  • Each page printed will cost $0.10 per page for Black & White and $0.30 per page for Color printing.
  • Library staff can provide basic help on Internet use and start up procedures. Staff cannot provide in-depth training concerning the Internet or personal computer use.

Printouts are available at $0.10 per page and $0.30 for color. Files or documents may be saved only on a removable storage device. Patrons may bring their own storage device, but it must be scanned for viruses before use. Storage devices may be available for purchase from the library.

In this ever changing digital age, the Bracken County Public Library reserves the right to supplement the Internet/Computer Use Policy as needs arise.