Laptop 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

Laptops are now available for use in the Library - with limits. They can only be checked out to a PVC student with a valid PVC ID and no fines on their record. The check out period is for 2-hours and is library use only (no exceptions!)

The student must read over the Laptop Check Out Terms and sign the log sheet when checking out a laptop.

The computers are for research purposes and do not have word processing.

The student will be held responsible for any damage to the laptop. A maximum fee of $2,500.00 will be posted to the student's record to cover any damages.

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

Laptops 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 with any laptop.

Internet access is a privilege, not a right, and as such can be withdrawn from those who use it irresponsibly.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

Printing is not possible directly from the laptops. Please email or bring your own flash drive if you need to save research. 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.

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. Questions about this policy should be directed to Attorney General John Ashcroft, Department of Justice, Washington, DC 20530.

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