The New Canaan Library promotes and serves the individual's right to know and encourages personal pursuit of knowledge by providing free and convenient access to books and other resources for information, education, and the enrichment of life. Thanks to the Internet and other computer-based resources, patrons of the New Canaan Library can now access a far richer collection of materials than previously imaginable or affordable. The New Canaan Library is committed to providing its patrons with access to an increasing array of computer resources. In return, we ask that each patron act responsibly and not do anything that detrimentally affects other patrons' access.
Computers differ fundamentally from print media in their expense, capabilities and fragility.
The Internet is a vast network which provides access to resources for many interests. In time, it may expand the materials available at the Library to include almost all reference works available anywhere on Earth. In general, Library patrons should use these facilities for purposes appropriate to the Mission of the Library. There are sites that are unacceptable for use or viewing in a public library setting, and some sites are extremely inappropriate for children. Information is often not verified as accurate and patrons should be aware that errors and intentional misinformation do occur regularly.