Mount Laurel Library

• The Library provides PCs for public use. PC reservation software allows users to log on to the library’s computers using their library card number. Library card holders will be given a 90 minute session. If no one is waiting, extra time will be given in 30 minute increments. Library card holders may have a maximum of 9 hours of computer use per day. Library computers may be reserved in advance for same day use.
• Individuals without library cards may request a guest pass for one 2 hour session. There is a limit of one guest pass per day per person.
• All printing and downloading must be completed within the time limit of the computer session. Users will receive a warning 10 minutes prior to the end of their allotted time, another at four minutes, and a final warning one minute prior to the end of the session. Users will be automatically logged off at the end of their session and any work not saved will be lost. Sessions will end 5 minutes before Library closing.
• Printing may be paid for at the Computer Reservation and Printing Station. Current fees are posted.
• 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.
• Users may not alter or attempt to alter the setup of library computers. This includes shifting computer monitors and moving computer desks.
• Users may save their data temporarily on the hard drives of library computers, but any data saved will be removed when their session ends. Users must supply their own USB drives. USB drives may be purchased from the Library vending machine.
• Materials obtained or copied from electronic resources may be subject to copyright laws. Users are responsible for compliance with all laws governing copyrighted materials.
• Privacy cannot be guaranteed. Because security is technically difficult to achieve, electronic communications and files could become public.
• Users are asked to respect the privacy and personal space of other computer users.
• The Library is not responsible for any damage to computer users’ disks, USB drives, data, hardware, or software caused by viruses contracted on or through library equipment. Although virus protection is installed on library computers, protection cannot be guaranteed.
• The Library is not responsible for any damage to computer users’ disks, data, hardware, or software resulting from malfunctioning library hardware or software.
• Time permitting, library staff will try to help with basic computer problems. Staff cannot offer extensive explanations or provide in depth training.
• Misuse of library computers may result in the suspension or loss of library privileges. Illegal acts involving computing equipment or services may be subject to legal action as provided by New Jersey statute N.J.S.A. 2A:38A 3 or other applicable law.

Approved June 15, 2022