Use Our Computers

                                                        

     

     You must now use your

     library card to use the

     computers at the library!

-Library cards are FREE if you live in Marengo County. There is a $5 fee for residents outside

 of Marengo County.

-You must show proof of residency for Marengo County.

-You must be at least 5 years of age to get a library card and the parent or guardian must fill out and sign the application for applicants under the age of 18.

-There is a $2.00 replacement fee for lost or stolen library cards.

 

 

 

• Computers are available on a first come, first serve basis. There is a 30 minute time limit for children and a one hour time limit for adults.
• Copies printed from the computer are 10 ¢ per sheet.
• Computer disks may be purchased for $1 per disk.
• To use the Internet in the library, you must read our Internet Use Policy.
• Children under 18 must have permission from a parent or legal guardian to use the Internet. Parent and child together must read our Internet policy .Then, the parent must give written permission for the child to use the Internet.

• Computer Software available on the 1st floor:
  • Microsoft Access
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer
  • Microsoft Publisher
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Word
  • Magic School Bus
• Computer Software available on the 2nd floor:
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer
  • Microsoft Publisher
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Word
  • Kid Pix Studio Deluxe
  • States and Capitals
  • Jumpstart Spelling Bee
  • Jumpstart Languages
  • Jumpstart Kindergarten
  • Jumpstart Typing
  • Math Blaster
  • Reading Blaster
  • Magic School Bus Bugs
  • Reading Rabbit Toddler
  • Reading Rabbit Math
  • Resume Pro

Demopolis Public Library Internet Use Policy

In meeting the needs of the citizens of Marengo County and the City of Demopolis, the Demopolis Public Library offers Internet and World Wide Web access to our library customers. Our goal in providing Internet resources is to enhance our collection in size and depth with information that may not be otherwise available or as up-to-date. In our role to provide current, high demand materials, it is our goal to build a collection that is reflective of the community and its needs. Therefore, the library may limit access to Internet functions which it determines to be inconsistent with its mission and goals.

It is the Demopolis Public Library's policy to comply with the requirements of the Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) and the June 23, 2003 United States Supreme Court decision relating thereto. In doing so, the library understands that required technology protection measures (filtering software) may not be fully effective in blocking intended sites and may inadvertently block unintended sites.

Patrons 17 and under are required to have a filter on the computer while using the Internet. For patrons 18 and older, the library will disable the filter when requested. Patrons must ask at the desk once to have the filter removed, and on all subsequent session, the filter will be disabled automatically for that patron.

To assure that customers of all ages are able to access Internet sites that have been mistakenly blocked, the library will provide a method by which they can request that such sites be unlocked and will unblock sites in a timely manner.

Even with the filter in place, parents and guardians, not the library or its staff, are responsible for the Internet information selected or accessed by their children. The filtering software will block many specific sites that may be offensive to some users, but may not block all materials that may be offensive to all users. Parents concerned about their child's use of the electronic resources must accept responsibility for determining content and establishing guidelines for their child's use that are consistent with personal and individual family values and boundaries. The library cannot assure their children's safety and security when using electronic mail, chat rooms, and other forms of direct electronic communication; cannot protect against their children's unauthorized access, including "hacking," and other unlawful online activities; and cannot protect again unauthorized disclosure, use, and dissemination of personal identification information regarding their children if their children provide it while using the Internet.

INTERNET COMPUTERS WILL NOT BE USED BY ANYONE, INCLUDING MINORS, FOR ILLEGAL ACTIVITY, TO ACCESS ILLEGAL MATERIALS, OR TO ACCESS MATERIALS THAT BY LOCAL COMMUNITY STANDARDS WOULD BE OBSCENE (SEE ALABAMA STATE CODE ARTICLE 5 13A-8-102). Internet use will be managed in a manner consistent with the Library's Rules of Conduct which have been adopted and are posted in the Library. Failure to follow these guidelines, resulting in illegal or unethical use of the Internet, will result in revocation of a user's right to use this resource.

Patrons are requested to exercise appropriate discretion in viewing materials. The library will not guarantee privacy for individuals using library public access computers to search the Internet and computer screens may be visible to people of all ages, backgrounds, and sensibilities.

Library staff are willing to help patrons. The levels of personal computer use and Internet experience will vary from person to person. Because of library scheduling, Internet and PC trained staff may not always be available. Staff may assist a patron, but cannot provide in-depth training.

In order to use our computers most efficiently, PC management software is installed on our patron workstations. This software will require all users to log in with a library card. If a patron does not have a library card, a temporary pass will be issued. Each patron will have one 30 minute session unless computers are available. If other computers are open, a patron may log in for an additional 30 minute session.

Guidelines for Accessing the Internet

1. Anyone who wishes to use the internet must read this policy, complete the self-check, and complete the internet use agreement. A copy of the Internet Use Policy patron form must be on file with the library. A parent/guardian must sign the Internet Agreement for anyone under the age of 18.
2. Internet computers will not be used for illegal activity, to access illegal materials, or to access materials that by local community standards would be obscene.
3. Installation, downloading, or modification of software is prohibited.
4. Users will respect Copyright laws and licensing agreements.
5. Users will not make any attempt to gain unauthorized access to restricted files or networks, or to damage or modify computer equipment or software.
6. Users will respect the privacy of other users, and will refrain from attempting to view or read material being used by others. The Demopolis Public library prohibits unauthorized disclosure, use, or dissemination of personal information regarding library users, including minors.
7. The librarian in charge may establish the number of access sessions available per day, per user; such limitations will be dependent on facility-specific demand in order to provide access for a variety of users.
8. By mutual agreement, two persons may share one access session as long as their behavior or conversation does not disturb other users or library staff.
9. Users must end their session and leave the terminal when asked to do so by authorized library staff, even if they have not completed their access session.
10. The Demopolis Public Library network prohibits the use of chat rooms.
11. A patron may save or download information to a floppy disk. Diskettes may be purchased at the Circulation Desk.
12. Prompt payment is required by users who incur charges for printing or other authorized fees.
13. Misuse of the computer, of established guidelines and/or Internet use policies will result in the loss of a patron's computer privileges.

Termination Or Prohibition Of User Access

When library employees believe that the user has failed to comply with the Internet Acceptable Use Policy and /or the Rules of Conduct, they are authorized to terminate any user's access session or to prohibit a user from subsequent access sessions for up to two weeks from the date of informing the user of that action. After a hearing before the Demopolis Public Library Board of Trustees, a library patron may be permanently barred from Internet access from the library.

An Internet user whose access session has been terminated or prohibited will be given information concerning the process to protest the action and/or request that Internet access privileges be reinstated.

Approved January 26, 1998
Revised August 20, 2001
Revised June 21, 2004
Demopolis Public Library
Board of Trustees