Internet policies (fwd) -Reply

[Sarah Andeen]

Here is the text of the policy.  Sorry for all of the confusion.

Sarah Andeen

                   Superior Court Law Library

                Internet Access and Use Guidelines


The Internet, as an information resource, enables the Library to provide
access to law-related information beyond the confines of its own
collection. It allows access to ideas, information and commentary from
around the globe and a vast array of tools and resources. The Law
Library believes that the Internet's vast resources should be broadly
available.  All users of electronic information resources such as the
Internet are expected to use these resources in a responsible manner,
consistent with the law-related educational and informational purposes
for which the Law Library provides access, and subject to the following
guidelines.

Disclaimer

The Library does not vouch for the accuracy, completeness, or
timeliness of  information obtained through the Internet.  Accuracy of
information is the responsibility of the originator or producer, and
assessing accuracy and timeliness of information is the responsibility of
the user.

Internet resources may contain material of a controversial nature.
Selection policies which serve to govern the Library's purchase of
materials are not applicable to material accessed electronically via the
Internet. The Library does not endorse any viewpoints represented on
the Internet, but does not attempt to control access to or content of
materials, and can not protect users from offensive information. Library
system menus may identify specific resources and starting points for
research.  The Library, however, can not control access points, which
can change rapidly and unpredictably. The Library reserves the right to
impose time limitations on the use of Library computers. The Library
assumes no responsibility for any damages, direct or indirect, arising
from use of its computer and network facilities, or from connection to
Internet services.

Guidelines For Access and Use

It is unacceptable to use the Library's computer system and Internet
resources for any of the following:
  
     For any purposes which violate applicable U.S. or state laws. 
     Downloading or printing files and other resources obtained via the
Internet in violation of applicable copyright laws and licensing
agreements.
     Downloading text files, software, executable files, databases, and
similar "live" technology to  Library computer or network disk drives.  The
Library reserves the right to regularly delete files from computer and
network disk drives.  
     Destruction of or damage to equipment, software, or data belonging to
the Library.
     Disruption of or interference with network services.  This includes,
but is not limited to: 
     propagation of computer viruses; excessive overuse of connect time
or printing resources;
     attempting to add, modify, or remove system software or other
system elements; attempting to evade system security measures or
network access rights.
     Disruption of or interference with other Library computer users.  This
includes, but is not limited to: 
     harassment of others; displaying text or graphics which may
reasonably be construed as offensive.
     Disruption of or interference with external networks.  This includes,
but is not limited to: 
     distribution of unsolicited advertising; harassment, libeling, or
slandering of others; attempting to evade system security measures or
network access rights.
     Use of Library system resources to falsely represent yourself or the
Library, or for personal financial or commercial gains.


Violations of the Guidelines

     Users violating these guidelines will be advised of the Library's
guidelines for use and asked  to comply. 
     The Library reserves the right to terminate network connections for
users who repeat a violation of  these guidelines after a previous
warning.
     The Library reserves the right to prohibit violators from future access
to or use of the Library's online services, and to revoke all Library
privileges.