Eustis Memorial Library Internet Policy

Beyond the Library's collection, the Internet provides a vast store of information for users with many interests and needs. It is important to note, however, that it is an unregulated resource. Along with the abundance of valuable information that they offer, sites may also hold unreliable material. This information is sometimes illegal under United States law and may be personally offensive. While all sites may not be found through this gateway, some may be located that you feel are inappropriate. You may also wish to recommend some that are not currently found. In either case, if reported to staff, the Library's Material Selection Policy will govern consideration of the site for compliance and action.

All public workstations are in view of staff and other users. Consistent with Florida Statutes, Chapter 847.011(1)(a) and Chapter 847.0133(1), users of the Internet are reminded that it is a violation of law to display obscene materials to minors. Users must abide by Florida State laws and the Library's policy for acceptable use of the Internet.

Eustis Memorial Library Internet Acceptable Use Policy

By using this library's public Internet workstation you agree to the following:

• Respect for the Privacy of others.

You also agree to avoid the following:

• Using the Internet for any illegal activity.
• Gambling on the Internet.
• Printing pages without paying.
• Damaging or destroying equipment.
• Unauthorized copying of copyrighted material.
• Harassing others.
• Impersonating others for purposes of illegal activity.

The library reserves the right to terminate Internet access privileges of any patron abusing the principles of Acceptable Use.

No appointments will be taken for use of the Internet. Once daily, first-come, first-served will be the basis of use for Internet workstations. If user volume exceeds the number of available computers, staff reserves the right to ask users to limit access time or to sign in before using workstations.

Library staff is happy to assist users in accessing the Internet. However, users are reminded that they are ultimately responsible for their own searches.

Library staff will not perform reference searches on the Internet from telephone inquiries.

The Eustis Memorial Library assumes no responsibility for any damages, direct or indirect, arising from its connections to the Internet.