PURPOSE

Computers are used in the Library to access the Library Catalog, the online databases, and the Internet. The primary purpose for Library computer use is research. Access to e-mail, chat sessions, various games, and entertainment through the Internet is discouraged. Eastfield Library users must adhere to the 2007-2008 Catalog Year Computer Use Policy and 2007-2008 Catalog Year Code of Student Conduct as explained on the DCCCD Home Page.

ELIGIBILITY

All students, staff, faculty, and members of the community have access to the Eastfield College Library computers. The computers are available to anyone who wishes to use them; however, Eastfield College students take precedence over all other users. Eastfield College Library upholds the principles of Intellectual Freedom; therefore, Internet filtering is not installed. Children under the age of eighteen may use the computers for research only in the presence of a parent or legal guardian. Please see Guidelines for Minors in the Library.

USAGE RULES

The following is a list of rules for Library Computer Use:

1. Computers are primarily for research purposes.

2. Eastfield students take priority over other users.

3. Internet chat, instant messaging, and playing games are discouraged. Patrons performing research in conjunction with a class assignment take precedence.

4. Library computers may not be used for commercial purposes.

5. No mass e-mail mailings or sending SPAM is allowed.

6. The Library does not restrict or filter the Internet and cannot be held accountable for offensive or objectionable information, text, or images that may be displayed.

7. Children under the age of 18 may use the computers for research purposes only under the direct supervision of a parent or legal guardian.

8. The parent or legal guardian is responsible for a minor’s use of the Internet and possible exposure to text or images that may be unsuitable for minors on their own or other users’ computer screens.

9. Downloading to a floppy disk, flash drive, or DVD is allowed on all computers. Downloading to the hard drive is not allowed.

10. Printing from the computers costs 5 cents per page.

11. Computers are turned off ten minutes before closing.

MISUSE OF COMPUTERS

Library computer usage must be in complete compliance with state and federal laws. Violators may be subject to legal, disciplinary, or other appropriate action. The Library computers may not be used for commercial purposes. Computers are located in public areas and materials being viewed are not private. Library users are asked to avoid viewing materials that might reasonably be considered objectionable by others. Viewing of pornographic materials may be grounds for sexual harassment charges by other users. Misuse of the Library Computers will result in termination of privileges.

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