Sanibel Public Library
Sanibel Public Library District Policy No. 2-2009
Internet Access and Use
The Sanibel Public Library provides access to public computers and the Internet via fiber optic cable and via wireless access points (WiFi), in keeping with its mission to provide a variety of materials as well as access to information not in the collection. The Library is a public building. For the safety and comfort of all Library users and staff, and to avoid potentially malicious and harmful damage to the Library’s electronic resources, the following Internet Access and Use rules are in effect. Internet Access and Use rules apply throughout the Library.
Persons wishing to use Library’s Internet-access computers in the Technology Lab must register at the Signup Desk and provide one of the following: a valid Sanibel Public Library card, current driver’s license, school ID, passport or similar official identification containing owner's photograph. Patrons are limited to one (1) computer per valid ID.
Children age 10 and older may use the Internet-access computers unattended. Children under 10 must have a parent or guardian seated beside them to use Internet-access computers. The TeenSpace Tech Lab is for users age 10-17 only.
The Library is not responsible for sites accessed on the Internet nor does the availability of the Internet imply endorsement of any particular Web site, the accuracy of any materials retrieved, or the confidentiality of transactions.
Information retrieved should be considered copyright protected.
The Library does not provide e-mail accounts.
Retrieving and displaying obscene materials or images, on Library computers or via the wireless service in the Library, as described in Florida Statutes, Section 847.011 is unlawful and may result in loss of privileges.
The Library may enforce Internet protocol and bandwidth restrictions deemed necessary to insure the security of the Library computer network.
The Library may regulate use of computers based on patron demand and machine availability.
A fee will be charged for each page of material printed.
Documents created on designated computers may be saved only to disks purchased at the Library.
Library staff does not assist with personal laptops or any electronic devices configuration. The Library cannot accept the liability of handling personal equipment. The Library is not responsible for any loss of data or damage to personal equipment.
Tampering with Library computer equipment is strictly prohibited. Downloading files, attachments, applications, programs, IM and Chat are prohibited. Peer-to-peer file sharing is prohibited.
Users of Skype and Internet voice calls must follow the Sanibel Public Library District Policy No. 3-2009 and use designated cell phone zones.
All workstations and wireless services automatically shut down fifteen minutes before Library closing.
There is a limit of two (2) people per computer.
Library Policy
Sanibel Public Library District Board of Commissioners
(Updated 7/16/09; Revised 4/15/10; Revised 2/17/11)
770 Dunlop Road Sanibel, FL 33957 Phone (239) 472-2483 Fax (239) 472-9524 www.sanlib.org
