Internet Access Policy

The Internet allows users to connect to networks of resources outside the Des Plaines Public Library. The Library has no control over the content, accuracy, or currency of these resources, nor does the Library have complete knowledge of what is available on the Internet. Library users access the Internet at their own discretion.

Parents have the ultimate responsibility for guiding and monitoring their minor children's use of the Internet. All public computers have filtered access to the Internet; however, the library cannot guarantee the infallibility of the filter software.

Staff will assist patrons with Internet use as time permits, but cannot offer personal instruction. Formal instruction may be provided by the Library staff at designated times.

Please note: Library Policy C-8 "Rules of Conduct" prohibits viewing Internet images that display nudity in a sexual context or sexual activity.

Approved 04/18/95
Revised and Approved 04/15/97
Reviewed and Approved 04/20/99
Reviewed and Approved 01/15/02
Revised and Approved 09/17/02
Revised and Approved 06/15/04
Reviewed and Approved 07/20/04
Revised and Approved 09/21/04
Revised and Approved 06/18/06
Reviewed and Approved 04/15/08