Acceptable Use of the Internet by the Public at the Fairfax County Public Library
Eligibility
Use of Internet stations is open to all library users. Parents or
guardians are responsible for the Internet information accessed by their
own children. Refer to the library’s website for links to sites that
provide suggestions on using the Internet safely and effectively.
Time Limits
Internet sessions on library workstations are 45 minutes long. Due to
the popularity of this service, users are limited to two sessions per day
system-wide. Sessions may extend beyond 45 minutes if no other users are
waiting. During your Internet session, you can select items to print for
a fee. These print jobs should be picked up within an hour after they are
created.
Internet access on your wireless device is available during regularly scheduled library service hours. There is no time limit for wireless access during these hours. This Acceptable Use Policy must be accepted when using Wi-Fi.
Downloading
Information found on the Internet may be downloaded to your own storage
device within your session time limit. Be aware that downloaded files may
contain computer viruses and use proper precautions. The
library is not responsible for damages which may result from files
downloaded from the Internet. You must adhere to copyright
and software licensing when downloading.
Use of Library Workstations and Internet Access
All computer hardware, software and Internet access provided in the
library to access the Internet shall not be used for any unlawful
purpose, e. g. , fraud, gambling, child pornography. Threats and
unauthorized use of the name or picture of another person are not
permitted. Access to the Internet at the library is filtered and
monitored in accordance with Section 42. 1-36. 1 of the Code of Virginia.
To help us keep the equipment working properly and as a courtesy to others, tampering with or altering the library’s software or hardware is not permitted. It is prohibited to connect personally owned equipment or devices for the purpose of circumventing or tampering with the normal operation of computer hardware.
These restrictions also apply to wireless devices. Tampering with or in any way altering the library’s Internet access, or interfering with other wireless devices without consent, are also not permitted.
Printing
Printing services are available from library workstations for a fee.
Printing services are not available from wireless devices.
Failure to comply with these acceptable uses will result in loss of Internet privileges at the Fairfax County Public Library.


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