Computer Use Policy

The PVC Library adheres to the MCCD Computer Resources Standards which have been established for campus computer users.

The Maricopa Community College District’s Computing Resource Standards can be found at:
http://www.dist.maricopa.edu/legal/dp/inbrief/compstandards.htm

The computers are for research purposes and top priority will be given to users who are performing class related assignments and research. Library staff reserve the right to ask patrons who are not doing scholarly work to relinquish the computer they are using. Community Borrowers are only allowed 2 hours of use each day.

Computers are provided for patrons to access electronic resources available both in the Library and through the Internet.

Computers may not be used for commercial gain or for private profit.

Viewing websites that may be considered offensive to other library users is strictly forbidden and will result in revocation of library privileges. Patrons doing scholarly research on subjects which may be offensive to nearby persons or which may violate these rules will need to consult with Library staff before beginning research at any Internet station.

Internet access is a privilege, not a right, and as such can be withdrawn from those who use it irresponsibly.

Users are expected to use earphones when accessing computer programs that have sound components in order to avoid disturbing other library users. Earphones are available at the Circ desk.

Users may not attempt to change or modify hardware, or software configurations or install software on the Library's workstations. Tampering with library computers such as attempting to damage computer equipment or software or cause degradation of system performance will result in revocation of library privileges.

Users may not attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Library's network or computer systems or to any other network or computer system.

One patron may not use more than one computer concurrently.

Printing must be kept within reasonable limits. For lengthy documents, please email, download, or bring your own paper. Saving, burning, or downloading files, including music or other media files, is subject to copyright laws.

Copyright Law
Copyright law of the United States (Title 17 U.S. Code) governs the making of copies of copyrighted material. Any person copying such material is liable for any infringement.

Word processing, programming, or other applications are not available on library computers.

WARNING: Under Section 215 of the federal USA Patriot Act (Public Law 107-56), records of books and other materials you borrow from this library may be obtained by federal agents. This law also prohibits librarians from informing you if records about you have been obtained by federal agents.

Source: American Civil Liberties Union's draft resolution for communities to protect civil liberties. See http://www.aclu.org/SafeandFree/