Since the individual using the Internet chooses what to access and the result of the search does not become part of the collection, it can be argued that selecting Internet access as an information service makes more sense. Developing a library home page is a way that the library can suggest to its patrons the Internet sites chosen by the library's selection policy. In most cases, libraries classify materials that are intended for children as juvenile or young adult, but do not restrict children's access to materials that are specifically intended for them. Parents and guardians have both the right and the responsibility to choose whether to limit their children's choices in the library. Library staff helps locate materials that parents find appropriate for their children.
Libraries also produce children's book lists to assist parents.
There are also search engines that filter Internet searches from a religious or family perspective. These can also be linked to the library's home page. The library does not purchase all constitutionally protected speech. However, the library's governing body uses a public process to develop the selection policy. Library patrons can use a complaint policy to learn more about the selection criteria.