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Internet Access and Policy
The Thomas B. Norton Public Library offers access to the
Internet on computer(s) available to users of the Library. The
terminals, servers and software are the property of the Library.
Library staff is hereby authorized to develop and establish
procedures for the use of the Internet access terminal(s). Such
procedures may include, but are not limited to: time limits and
other scheduling procedures, staff assistance, privacy for users
and penalties for misuse.
Access to the Internet is compatible with the Library's adopted
mission, and continuing efforts to develop collections and
resources that meet the cultural, informational, and recreational
and educational needs of Gulf Shores' diverse community. The
Thomas B. Norton Library has endorsed the
Library Bill of Rights
and adopted the
Freedom to Read and
Freedom to View Policy as
endorsed by the American Library Association for all electronic
information, services and networks.
The Internet is currently an unregulated medium. Unlike other
library resources, it is not organized, cataloged or indexed in a
uniform manner. The information available on the Internet
includes much that is personally, professionally, and culturally
enriching. It also provides access to material that may be
offensive or disturbing to some individuals, as well as access to
information that may be factually incorrect and/or illegal. The
Thomas B. Norton Library has no control over the information
access on the Internet and cannot be held responsible for its
content. Parents, guardians and/or teachers are responsible for
supervising their children during internet sessions and may
restrict only their children or children in their charge.
The Thomas B. Norton Library prohibits the use of its Internet
services or its equipment for illegal, commercial or political
purposes.
Adopted by the Library Board
Date: October 15, 1997
Revised and updated: August 2001
Amended: December 4, 2003
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