Provision of computer services, including internet access, is done in accordance with the library’s mission: We connect and empower the community to learn, create, grow and thrive.
The internet is a rapidly changing environment. The library cannot monitor or control the information available on the internet and is not responsible for its content. Because not all internet sources provide accurate, complete or current information, users are responsible for determining that the information they access is acceptable, reliable and suitable to their needs.
Staff will assist patrons with internet use as time permits, but cannot offer individual personal instruction beyond basic instruction. Formal instruction which requires more time is offered by library staff by appointment only.
General guidelines
- The library is not responsible for any loss or damage to personal discs or storage devices, nor responsible for loss or corruption of any data that may occur from patron use of the library’s computers or wireless network
- Responsibility for the use of the internet by children and young adults rests with their parents or legal guardians. Parents are encouraged to discuss with their children appropriate use of internet resources and to supervise their children’s internet sessions.
- Patrons are responsible for the consequences of any copyright infringement
- If a user prints, there will be a per-page charge
- Patrons must use headphones when using applications that require sound
- The library is not responsible for any financial loss that may occur while using the library’s internet services. This includes, but is not limited to, loss due to improper use of online financial tools, personal information intercepted, and identity theft.
Public computers (wired network)
The library provides workstations for free public access to the internet as an informational, educational and recreational resource. The library expects that all internet use will be responsible, ethical, and consistent with the purpose for which these resources are provided. Guidelines are as follows:
- Patrons are allotted two hours of computer usage time per day. A valid library card in good standing is needed for to access the computers.
- Patrons may use the public computers any time during open library hours. The computers are shut down 10 minutes before closing time.
- Before connecting to the library’s internet service and/or public computers, patrons must read and accept the terms of this policy, which are displayed onscreen.
- While respecting patrons’ right to privacy whenever possible, staff have the right to monitor the use of the library’s internet and computers to ensure compliance with library policy
- Only securely lidded beverages are allowed near computers; food consumption is not allowed
- No user may access the internet by use of a terminal reserved for accessing online library catalogs
- Inappropriate, illegal, or unacceptable use is prohibited and can result in loss of internet privileges, loss of library privileges, and/or legal action. Illegal uses of computers may also be subject to prosecution by local, state and/or federal authorities.
- The library’s internet access is filtered and anti-virus software is present on all computers
- Parents/guardians of children under the age of 18 must assume full responsibility for their children’s use of the library’s computers and internet service. The library does not monitor and has no control over the information accessed through the internet and cannot be held responsible for its content.
- All library resources, including internet access, are provided equally to all library users
- User must respect the privacy of others using public access work-stations at the library by not interfering with their use
The library reserves the right to:
- Terminate a user’s session, without notice
- Limit the amount of computer time at any one sitting
- Erase any and all users’ files stored on library equipment, without notice
- Deny or limit access to computer operating systems
- Deny or revoke internet or library privileges for a specified amount of time
Wireless network
- Indoor and outdoor wireless internet access is provided throughout the perimeter of the library
- The library does not guarantee that all personal electronic devices will be able to connect to the wireless network. Response speed, bandwidth, and continuity of connection are not guaranteed.
- The library reserves the right to disconnect any device and to deny patrons the use of wireless internet access if they fail to comply with any part of this policy
- Patrons using personal electronic devices may not connect to the library’s computer network or to library computers by means of a wire or cable
Adopted by the Delafield Public Library Board of Trustees on November 15, 2022