Clearwater Public Library System Internet Acceptable Use Policies
- In response to advances in technology, the Clearwater Public Library
is endeavoring to develop resources and services that meet the information,
educational, and recreational needs of the community. It is within this
context that the Library offers access to the Internet.
- The Internet offers access to a wealth of material that is personally,
professionally, and culturally enriching to individuals of all ages.
It is, however, an unregulated medium with a highly diverse user population.
The Library cannot successfully control and monitor all of the vast
amount of material accessible via the Internet. It is possible that
individuals might access information they personally find offensive
or disturbing. Individual users must accept responsibility for determining
the suitability of content for themselves and their children.
- Sources on the Internet do not always provide accurate, complete,
or current information. As with any material provided by the Library,
the user must take responsibility in questioning
the validity of the information found.
- The Internet computer equipment and software must be used as installed.
Users are not permitted to delete, add to, or modify the installed hardware
or software.
- Users may not use the Library's computers to make unauthorized entry
into any other computer or network.
- Users may not disrupt or interfere with other computer or network
users, services, or equipment. Intentional disruption of the operation
of computer systems and networks is a violation of Florida
state law and users may be held responsible.
- Users may not represent themselves as another person nor use Internet
access to transmit obscene, threatening, or harassing materials.
- Users must respect the legal protections to data and software provided
by copyright and license law.
- Although the library staff is able to offer searching suggestions
and answer some questions, most cannot provide in-depth training on
Internet and personal computer use.
- Viewing material that can reasonably be expected to disturb other patrons or staff is not permitted.
The Library, the Internet, and Intellectual Freedom
In addition to the above policies, the Clearwater Public Library provides Internet access in
accordance with the Library's Mission Statement and the
Library Bill of Rights adopted by the
American Library Association.
For more information
Child Safety on the Information Superhighway
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