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| 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. |
Personal storage media, or other devices, may not be used or attached to the computers. Disks may be purchased at the Front Desk. |
Adopted by the Library Board
Date: October 15, 1997
Revised and updated: August 2001
Amended: December 4, 2003
Member of Baldwin County Library Cooperative
Email: Thomas
B. Norton Public Library
Last
Modified 19 April 2005
Library Webmaster L. Moody
