Library Services
Internet
Use of Public Access Computers
  1. The Library provides more than 100 PCs for public use. PC reservation software, Smart Access Manager (SAM), allows users to log on to the libraries computers using their library card number and PIN code. Library card holders may use the Library’s PC’s up to four hours per day.

  2. Individuals without library cards may request a visitor card that allows them to use the library’s computers for a one hour session per day. Customers without cards may purchase a visitors card that provides them with the same computer privileges as card holders. The fee is $25 for six months.

  3. All printing and/or downloading must be completed within the time limit of your computer session. You will receive a warning 10 minutes prior to the end of your session and another five minutes prior to the end of the session. You will be automatically logged off at the end of each hour long session. Any work not saved will be lost at that time.

  4. Library computers designated for public access will be available on a first-come, first-served basis and may not be reserved in advance.

  5. You may establish an account on the SAM system to cover the costs of your computer printing. Black and white printouts are $.15 per page; color printouts are $.25 per page.

  6. Only library-provided software may be used on the library's computers. Software owned or supplied by users may not be installed or used on library computers.

  7. Users may not alter or attempt to alter the setup of library computers.

  8. Users may not save their data on the hard drives of library computers. Users must supply their own formatted data disks. Formatted disks may be purchased at any of the service desks for $1.00.) Library staff will not format discs for users, nor can users format their discs on the library's computers.

  9. Computer programs protected by copyright laws must not be copied for personal use.

  10. Users are asked to respect the privacy of other computer users.

  11. The computers in the Youth Services Department are reserved for use by children only when the Princeton Regional Schools are not in session. Adults may use them when school is in session.

  12. The Library is not responsible for any damage done to computer users' disks, data, hardware or software by any virus which may have been contacted on or through library equipment. Although the Library has installed virus protection on its computers it is always possible for a new virus to appear and therefore protection can not be guaranteed.

  13. The Library is not responsible for any damage done to computer users' disks, data, hardware or software as a result of the malfunctioning of library hardware or software.

  14. Time permitting, library staff will try to help with basic computer problems. Regrettably, staff is not able to offer extensive explanations or provide in-depth training.

  15. Misuse of library computers may result in the suspension or loss of the privilege to use them.

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