Public Computer and Internet Policy
Access
Killingly Public Library is pleased to offer access to public computers during library hours. For users without a library card, a guest pass is available at the circulation desk. Users under the age of 14 must have a signed permission slip on file. Children under 7 must be supervised by a caregiver at all times. Children’s area computers are reserved for use by children under 14 and their accompanying caregivers.
Time Limits
The library strives to ensure equal access for all users; therefore, time limitations do apply. Users on the Express Workstation are granted 15 minutes only. Users on public internet workstations labeled “A” or “C” are granted 60 minutes of computer time per session. Please monitor your session timer located in the top-right corner of the screen. If your time runs out while you are working, you will be logged out and all work not saved to portable storage will be lost. You may request more time before your session expires. Time extensions are granted when no other users are waiting to access a computer. If you receive an extension and a queue forms, you may be asked to give up your computer to the next person waiting. After exiting a session, please leave your workstation and wait 30 minutes before logging back on.
Terms of Use
We ask that you please:
Filtering, Security, and Privacy
Users access public computers and the Internet at their own risk. There is no content filter in use anywhere in the library. Users are responsible for their own appropriate and secure browsing and sharing on the Internet. Caregivers of children and teens are responsible for their minors’ online activity. All library computers are equipped with malware protection and disk security software. Information stored on each computer is erased nightly. Users are responsible for safeguarding their personal information. The library’s public WiFi network is unsecured. Users of personal devices on this network are responsible for their own security.
Computer Assistance
The library’s Technology Specialist, when available, can provide limited walk-in assistance with library computers and software,
e-resources, printing, and general internet use. Appointments for one-on-one computer assistance or instruction can be requested at the main desk. Library staff cannot troubleshoot or repair personal devices.
Printing
Prints and copies cost $0.10 per black/white page, or $0.25 per color page on letter or legal sized paper. Faxes can be sent for $1.00/page. Color scanning to email or USB is free. Refer to the signage located at each computer for printing instructions. See staff for assistance. Users are responsible for the cost of all documents printed, including those that print incorrectly due to user error. It is recommended that users “Print Preview” before sending documents to the printer. Users may not use personal paper in library printers
Revised July 2018
Killingly Public Library is pleased to offer access to public computers during library hours. For users without a library card, a guest pass is available at the circulation desk. Users under the age of 14 must have a signed permission slip on file. Children under 7 must be supervised by a caregiver at all times. Children’s area computers are reserved for use by children under 14 and their accompanying caregivers.
Time Limits
The library strives to ensure equal access for all users; therefore, time limitations do apply. Users on the Express Workstation are granted 15 minutes only. Users on public internet workstations labeled “A” or “C” are granted 60 minutes of computer time per session. Please monitor your session timer located in the top-right corner of the screen. If your time runs out while you are working, you will be logged out and all work not saved to portable storage will be lost. You may request more time before your session expires. Time extensions are granted when no other users are waiting to access a computer. If you receive an extension and a queue forms, you may be asked to give up your computer to the next person waiting. After exiting a session, please leave your workstation and wait 30 minutes before logging back on.
Terms of Use
We ask that you please:
- Respect all library users by adhering to the Patron Conduct Policy and keeping conversation appropriate and low volume.
- Use headphones when listening to audio (available to sign out at circulation).
- Follow time limits and promptly leave your computer when time expires, or when asked to by library staff.
- Save your work to portable storage only. All files saved to the computers are erased nightly.
- Refrain from tampering with hardware, software, or settings. Personal software is prohibited.
- Never use the library’s internet connection to access illegal or obscene Internet content.
Filtering, Security, and Privacy
Users access public computers and the Internet at their own risk. There is no content filter in use anywhere in the library. Users are responsible for their own appropriate and secure browsing and sharing on the Internet. Caregivers of children and teens are responsible for their minors’ online activity. All library computers are equipped with malware protection and disk security software. Information stored on each computer is erased nightly. Users are responsible for safeguarding their personal information. The library’s public WiFi network is unsecured. Users of personal devices on this network are responsible for their own security.
Computer Assistance
The library’s Technology Specialist, when available, can provide limited walk-in assistance with library computers and software,
e-resources, printing, and general internet use. Appointments for one-on-one computer assistance or instruction can be requested at the main desk. Library staff cannot troubleshoot or repair personal devices.
Printing
Prints and copies cost $0.10 per black/white page, or $0.25 per color page on letter or legal sized paper. Faxes can be sent for $1.00/page. Color scanning to email or USB is free. Refer to the signage located at each computer for printing instructions. See staff for assistance. Users are responsible for the cost of all documents printed, including those that print incorrectly due to user error. It is recommended that users “Print Preview” before sending documents to the printer. Users may not use personal paper in library printers
Revised July 2018