This paper looks at how the United States is going about censorship on the internet, specifically in the case of libraries. This study is part of a larger picture of censorship overall, however with the increase usage of the internet is becoming more relevant than censorship of books. The paper begins by noting how internet filtering software works. By investigating this modern issue, the paper justifies reasoning to use and to abolish internet filters in the library as there are two major opinions in this debate. In the lines with these desires, this paper with demonstrate a middle ground to which will expand into real examples used by modern libraries. Several historical documents were involved in the development of this essay including the United States Constitution, United States Codes, and various judicial acts all with the goal of improving one’s understanding of internet filtering. The research provides new insights into how internet filtering works and if it is beneficial to libraries.
Up to the present time there has been a growing concern about censorship in educational facilities—this includes schools, museum as well as public libraries. In the modern age censorship does not involve banning books, but alternatively the filtering of websites. Technology has become, in recent years, a vital element to youth’s education. …show more content…
The American Library Association openly states that it is a fundamental right to be able to access information, not to mention that the “American Library Association cannot recommend filtering to any library” (2015). The subject of web filters get murkier when delving into United State governmental policies. The United States guarantees intellectual freedom in its Bill of Rights- a document critical to protecting its citizens. The First Amendment to the U.S Constitution warranties the foundation of free speech. The law established in 1791
Up to the present time there has been a growing concern about censorship in educational facilities—this includes schools, museum as well as public libraries. In the modern age censorship does not involve banning books, but alternatively the filtering of websites. Technology has become, in recent years, a vital element to youth’s education. …show more content…
The American Library Association openly states that it is a fundamental right to be able to access information, not to mention that the “American Library Association cannot recommend filtering to any library” (2015). The subject of web filters get murkier when delving into United State governmental policies. The United States guarantees intellectual freedom in its Bill of Rights- a document critical to protecting its citizens. The First Amendment to the U.S Constitution warranties the foundation of free speech. The law established in 1791