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COMPUTER USE  

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One-hour computer stations are only available to library card holders.  The library no longer issues "internet only" cards.

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15-minute guest passes are available at the reference desk. 

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You must have your library card with you in order to use a computer.

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Time limit is one hour for internet stations and 15 minutes for express stations.

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The two computers in the children's area are for users 12 and under only.

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If you have overdue library items or more than $5.00 in fines, you will not be able to access public computers.

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Children 17 and under must have a library card and parental permission to use the computers.

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Children 10 and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult during computer use.

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Printing cost is 10 cents per page, black and white only.

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Floppy disks or CDs may be purchased at the checkout desk for $1.00.

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Ear buds may be purchased at the checkout desk for $2.00.

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Please scan personal disks/flash drives for viruses before using them in library computers.

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Internet filtering is in place for all patrons.  Some websites may not be available at Burleson Public Library.  An adult patron needing access to a filtered site for business or research purposes may request staff to allow access.

A copy of the library's Internet Use Policy can be viewed here.  Computer users may not:
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access the Internet with someone else's card.

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use library computers for any illegal purposes.

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delete, add to, or modify installed hardware or software.

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view, display, or print explicit images in violation of federal, state, or local law.

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engage in any activity that is harassing or defamatory

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make any attempt to damage computer equipment or software.

Misuse of the computer or these rules for Internet access will result in the loss of computer privileges.  Illegal acts involving the library's Internet and electronic resources may be subject to prosecution by local, state, or federal authorities.

Wireless Internet at the Library

During regular operating hours, the library provides wireless internet connectivity as a service for patrons with wireless-enabled devices.
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By choosing to use this free wireless service, patrons agree to abide by the both the library's Internet Use Policy as well as the Wireless Internet Usage Policy, which prohibit disruptive or illegal activity while using the library's Internet service.  It is the responsibility of the user to understand these policies and his/her obligation to refrain from inappropriate or illegal activities.

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To use the service, make sure that wireless connections are enabled on your computer.  Then, connect to the network named ap-lib-wifi.

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Users must know how to configure their own equipment.  Library staff cannot configure a patron's laptop or network card or help establish a wireless network connection.  The library does not provide wireless network cards or laptops to patrons.  Patrons seeking Internet connectivity assistance are asked to use one of the library's computers available for public use.

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Wireless connections may be less secure than a wired connection.  Virus and security protection are the user's responsibility.

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There is no printing capability with the wireless connection.