Anadarko
Community Library
215
West Broadway
Anadarko, OK
73005
(405) 247-7351.
1-888-607-1747. Fax
(405) 247-2024
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As a service to the community the Anadarko Community Library provides 5 computers for public access Software available on computers include: EncartaAfricana 99, Encarta Encyclopedia 99, Encarta Bookshelf 99, Encarta Research Organizer 99, Encarta Virtual Globe 98, Expedia Streets 2000, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Publisher, Microsoft Word, Mouse Tutorial, and a multitude of children's interactive software.
The Internet links the library to a wealth of data. However, its open forum aspect has attracted some information you may consider inappropriate for your children. To let you decide about your children's access to the Internet through ACL, the library has persons under the age of 18 obtain parental permission before using the Internet computers. Permission forms are available ONLY when a parent or guardian is present. Forms will be checked on a regular basis to ensure that permission is granted and those without forms will not be able to access the internet. This policy relieves the library staff from responsibility in their choices. There is a one hour limit per day. You must have your library card with you to access internet! If a fine has accumulated on your account, you must be actively paying a significant amount on it each month or you may not access internet.
The Internet is an unregulated medium. As such , while it offers access to a wealth of materials that is personally, professionally and culturally enriching to individuals of all ages, it also enables access to some materials that may be offensive, disturbing and/or illegal. The library can not protect customers from information they may find offensive. Children under the age of 18 may not access the Internet unless their parent, local guardian of local custodian is present. Permission slips must be signed at the library with staff present. Parents and/or legal guardians who are concerned about their children's use of the Internet must provide guidance to their own children. The Library Staff will assist customers as time allows.
Limitations to Internet Access at Library Workstations Use of library Internet workstations is on a first-come first-served basis and can not be reserved. Customer must have library card with them to use computer. Usage is limited to one (1) hour per day, per customer.
The Library's Internet Policy Guidelines are intended to provide consistent and uniform access to the Internet. The Library endeavors to comply with state and federal laws and to provide constitutionally protected information available on the Internet to all library customers.
The Following Points Constitute Unacceptable use of Library Internet Access Customers who engage in inappropriate activities may have their Internet use revoked. A customer whose Internet privileges have been revoked will be given the opportunity to participate in a review of the library's decision. Use of library workstations to engage in any activity which violates local, state, or federal laws is prohibited. Illegal acts involving library computer access to the Internet will be subject to prosecution by appropriate local, state or federal authorities. Individuals who create a hostile environment for library staff or other users, including individuals who retrieve materials, which harass staff or other users, may have their library internet privileges revoked. Viewing of pornography is considered inappropriate for a pubic setting. Individuals who violate software license agreements, copyright laws or library hardware may have their library internet privilege revoked. Attempts to bypass computer security or otherwise invade library servers, routers, or other networking equipment will be interpreted as attempts to modify library networking.
Staff May Use the Following Guidelines in Dealing With Abusive Customers Ask the customers to choose appropriate sites. If a customer does not do so or repeatedly returns to inappropriate sites, the customer will be denied access to the library's internet for the balance of the day. Repeat offenders will be reported to the Librarian/Asst. Librarian and Internet privileges will be denied for up to one (1) week. Further infractions will be reported and Internet privileges will be denied for one (1) month. At the end of one (1) month the customer may request, in writing, reinstatement of library privileges. The Librarian and The Anadarko Community Library Board will review the customer's request for reinstatement at the next scheduled board meeting.
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