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Public Access Computers

Cumberland County Library normally maintains 10 adult public computers (all connected to the Internet) open all hours the library is open. Two (2) dedicated children’s computers are available, provided parental or guardian approval has been verified.

General Policy Statement

The general public computing area is designed for use by individuals 13 years or older. Children under the age of 13 are to use the public computers in the children’s area.

The Cumberland County Library provides access to the Internet and other electronic resources to further our mission of providing information and educational resources to our community.

Use of the Cumberland County Library’s network, computers, and internet access for the transmission, dissemination, and/or duplication of information must comply with federal and state laws. The Cumberland County Library expects all users to comply with such laws. Computer users will also refrain from any activity that unreasonably interferes with library customers’ comfort, safety, use or quiet and peaceful enjoyment of the library, including but not limited to: 

  • Display of obscenity in violation of the law as per NJSA 2C:34-4 Public Communication of Obscenity; 
  • Illegal activities; 
  • Harassment of other users or violation of their privacy; 
  • Libeling, slandering or maliciously offending other users; 
  • Violation of copyright laws or software licensing agreements; 
  • Attempting to hack, crash, degrade performance or gain unauthorized access to Cumberland County Library’s or to other computer systems or networks; 
  • Damaging equipment, software or data belonging to Cumberland County Library or other users; 
  • Making any loud or unreasonable noise, or other disturbance, including disruptive use of personal devices; 
  • Tampering with the library’s filtering or software; 
  • Refusing to leave a computer after being suspended from computer use, or continuing to create a disturbance while using Cumberland County Library equipment. 

Computer Users acknowledge that: 

  • They use the library’s computers and internet access at their own risk; 
  • The library does not assume responsibility for the content of material on the internet; 
  • The viewing and use of materials on the internet is the responsibility of each individual user, and the responsibility of parents or guardians for their children under 17; 
  • All internet computers are filtered for content but filtering does not guarantee that offensive sites will be blocked;

Reserving a Library Computer 

Use of any public internet access computer by any customer at the Cumberland County Public Library constitutes acceptance of the Cumberland County Library’s Computer And Internet Use Policy. Any violation of the library’s Computer And Internet Use Policy will result in the termination of the violator’s internet session and or the suspension of the violator’s library privileges. 

All library customers using the computers at Cumberland County Library must register in advance with the library.

Internet Agreement Form

INTERNET DISCLAIMER

The Internet is an unregulated medium which may contain different kinds of materials, some of which may be of an offensive nature. In offering Internet access, the library staff cannot control or assure responsibility for:

  • Access points reached
  • The content of interactive communications such as e-mail, newsgroups, list-servs, blogs, etc.
  • The validity of information
  • Accessibility due to technical difficulties or Internet reliability

Parents or guardians must assume responsibility for their children’s use of the Internet and the Cumberland County Library Local Area Network. Parents are encouraged to watch their children as they use these resources. Information on Internet safety for children is available via the Center for Missing and Exploited Children online @ https://www.missingkids.org/netsmartz.

SIGNING IN

  • Users are required to sign in to use the Internet with a library card and PIN number or a visitor’s pass.
  • Users are not allowed to sign in for others.

INAPPROPRIATE USE

  • Display of sexually explicit graphics is discouraged
  • Display or transmission of profane, abusive or threatening language is prohibited
  • Violating any local, state, or federal statute is prohibited, including the N.J. State Statute on obscenity, commonly known as 2C:24-4

WORD PROCESSING

  • Word processing is available for the public to use on all computers.

ANY USER VIOLATING THESE GUIDELINES WILL BE ASKED TO STOP. IF THE VIOLATION CONTINUES AFTER A WRITTEN WARNING IS ISSUED, THE USER WILL FORFEIT THE RIGHT TO USE THE COMPUTERS AT THE CUMBERLAND COUNTY LIBRARY.

ADULTS USING THE INTERNET ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR SUPERVISING CHILDREN ACCOMPANYING THEM.

  • Do you have any MACs or Linux computers?

No. At this point, we are entirely a Windows operation.

  • I don’t have a library card / am from out of town / or don’t belong to this library or library system. May I still use the computers?

Yes you may. You may request a “visitor’s pass” at the circulation desk for one-time use. Visitors are generally allotted less time per day. If you are a Cumberland County resident, we strongly urge you request and complete an application for a regular library card.

  • Is any staff help available?

The lab assistanst are available for more specific individual help, particularly on Microsoft Office applications. They will attempt to answer your questions as time and knowledge permit. Note that the lab assistants will not complete any work for users. Since the assistants are not certified Microsoft specialists, they may be unable to answer some of the most difficult questions and tasks related to the computers and software.

  • Who will help me? Do you offer classes?

We are happy to answer questions, but time and staffing do not permit extensive one-on-one computer training. Due to the ever evolving nature of Internet and computer technology, we also cannot be familiar with all the nuances of every possible search tool or navigation method. The library offers regular computer classes monthly in the lab. Monthly schedules are sent to local newspapers and are available on this web site. Please speak with a a lab assistant for details or to sign up.

Last Updated on Monday, 05 October 2015 17:19

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