The Eastern Monroe Public Library attempts to provide the best services possible for its patrons and as part of a wide array of activities, the library has computers available for public use. The Internet allows users to connect to the World Wide Web and other resources outside the library. EMPL has no control over these resources which offer unlimited information of every kind, including material which may be deemed obscene under 18 Pennsylvania Code of Statues 5903. The responsibility for determining what is offensive or inappropriate lies with the user, or in the case of persons under the age of 18, rests with their parents or legal guardians. Parents who are concerned about content on the Internet are directed to accompany their children to an Internet session so as to insure that their child do not access sexually explicit materials in violation of the above mentioned statute.
Persons wishing to use a computer are to register with the staff.
A form of identification is required. The library cannot guarantee the confidentiality of a users Internet session. Internet computers are public work stations which the staff has configured for optimal usage. Users may not alter settings or install software. Since the purpose of Internet access at EMPL is to enhance users access to information sources, the library will not provide support for other uses including e-mail, online commerce or chat groups.