Please
read this.
·
You are responsible for the use of the computer and the Internet for the
period of your booking. Library staff will monitor your use of the Internet and
other computer software, remotely or by visual checks.
You must
indicate your acceptance of this policy otherwise you will not be able to use
the computers or the Internet.
· Coventry
City Council provides free public access to computers and the Internet for your
education and learning, information and leisure needs.
· Coventry
City Council has no control over the information provided over the Internet and
has no responsibility for the quality, authenticity, accuracy and legality of
the information you obtain through the Internet.
· Filtering
software is used to restrict access to illegal, offensive or inappropriate
websites. We do not guarantee its effectiveness.
· Children
and young people aged 15 or under must obtain written permission from their
parent or guardian before they can use the Internet.
You must not intentionally access or
transmit material that is illegal. This includes pornographic, defamatory and
materials inciting racial hatred, websites depicting or inciting terrorist or
criminal acts. You should be aware of your responsibilities under the Obscene
Publications Act (1959 & 1964), the Telecommunications Act (1984), The Race
Relations Act (1976 & 2000). You must not access or transmit material that
may be deemed to offend; for example sites of extreme violence or depicting
death or suicide.
·
Any
attempt to access prohibited or illegal sites, damaging the equipment or
altering computer settings.
·
Failure to
notify staff immediately if you access a prohibited website in error.
·
Printing
material without complying with copyright law.
·
If you
feel that you have been unfairly treated while using the computers or the
Internet or have been suspended unjustly, you
have the right to appeal any decision made.