The C.A.P. (Community Access Program) computers are available for the use
of the general public. The following rules are designed to maximize that
access while ensuring that the sensibilities and rights of all users are
defended. All users will sign the form to indicate agreement with this policy.

1. Access to C.A.P. computers is free. All users will sign in prior to using a C.A.P. computer and sign out when finished.
   
   
2. All users under 18 years of age must have the policy agreement signed by a parent or guardian.
   
   
3. C.A.P. computers will not be used for illegal or offensive activities.
   This includes the writing, reading or downloading of hate literature,
   pornography, racist comments, offensive language and harassing material.
   
   
4. Downloads from the computer or from the Internet must be made to your own diskette(s) and not to the hard drive. Diskettes are also available from the librarian for $2.00. Printing of documents is available at $0.25 per page, no exceptions.
   
   
5. If there are people waiting to use the computers, sessions will be
   limited to one hour per user. Priority access will be given to those who
   have reserved a specific time slot. A five-minute grace period will be given.
   
   
6. The accessing of pornographic, racist or violent sites will not be tolerated. An access ban will be imposed on violators.
   
   
7. The Champlain Public Library and the Champlain Municipal Council are not responsible for any charges incurred by use of the Internet. We will not be held responsible for the security and confidentiality of any
   transaction, including e-commerce.
   
   
8. Users are advised that sending credit card numbers, actual names and addresses over the Internet can be dangerous. Caution is advised.
   
   
9. Users are not to install or run any software on C.A.P. computers,
   including Internet downloads which have not been installed by the library staff.
   
   
10. Users are not to invade the privacy of other users by any means,
    including the transmission or use of programs designed to infiltrate or take over other computers, hacking or harassment.
    
    
11. In the event of malicious damage, costs will be assessed and the
    offending user held accountable for the total cost of these repairs