Case Study: The Hackley Public Library

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Purpose
In accordance with the mission of the Hackley Public Library, the Library provides users with access to information and communication over the Internet, a diverse and dynamic global network of computer networks rich in informational, educational, cultural, and recreational resources.

Information
The Hackley Public Library does not control the availability of Internet information links, which often change rapidly and unpredictably. Not all sources on the Internet provide accurate, complete, or current information. Information provided through the Internet may be false, misleading, controversial, inappropriate, disturbing, and/or illegal. Use of any information obtained via the Internet is at the user’s risk.

Availability
The use
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Advance reservations cannot be accepted.

Staff assistance is available to assist individuals with downloading and with configuring or operating their own equipment, including getting connected to the wireless network.

Responsibility
The parents of minor children must assume responsibility for their children’s use of the Internet through the Hackley Public Library connection. Parents/guardians of minors are responsible for monitoring material accessed by minors.

As required by Michigan P.A. 212, use of the Internet by individuals under 18 years of age or by minors who are not accompanied by their parent of guardian must be filtered. Filters may be disabled for individuals 18 years of age or older upon request.

Users of the Hackley Public Library’s Internet connection are responsible for adherence to any copyright, licensing, and other applicable laws and regulations.

Hackley Public Library Internet connections may not be used for any purposes which violate U.S. or State of Michigan laws, including but not limited to the transmission of obscenity, child pornography or defamatory
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Users shall not intentionally develop or use programs that harass other users, infiltrate a computer, computing system or network, and/or damage or alter the hardware or software components or the set up of a computer, computing system or network.

Users of Library provided Internet access equipment must sign in, giving both first and last names. ID may be checked to determine that users are age 18 or older. The Hackley Public Library assumes no responsibility for any damages, direct or indirect, arising from use of the Library’s network or wireless Internet connections. The Hackley Public Library makes no warranties of any kind, whether expressed or implied, for the Internet service provided. Specific sites on the Internet may be unavailable due to technical reasons beyond local control.

Inappropriate Use
The use of the Hackley Public Library’s network and Internet stations is a privilege. Inappropriate use will result in immediate disconnection and suspension of use for the day, and may result in lengthier suspension or cancellation of this privilege. Violators may be asked to leave the library for the day. A second incident will result in suspension from using the Internet for six months or longer, or cancellation of Internet usage privilege. Unlawful use may result in

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