Use of the Internet

The Internet changes the way you find information and communicate with people. It allows you to make use of information and opinion from all over the world. We believe that you are entitled to use the Internet in libraries.

The Library Service does not have control of the information on the Internet. As with other information sources, such as television, telephones and videos, some material will be unsuitable for children and young people. We require young people aged 0 -16 to have the written permission of their parent or carer to use the Internet. Parents and carers are responsible for the kind of material they allow the children in their care to use.

When you use this terminal you are responsible for the sites you choose to visit and for how you use the Internet to communicate with other people in the library.

We do not allow you to:

• take part in illegal activities, view or distribute illegal materials.
• view material that may cause offence to other library users
• use foul or abusive language.
• wilfully damage the computer or the computer network or interfere with the settings of the computer.

We strongly advise you:

• not to broadcast personal or private details over the network because you may open yourself to unwanted mail
• not to use this terminal for on-line financial transactions because this may lead to illegal use of your bank account or credit arrangements.

If you have any queries about this please consult a member of the Library staff.