Computers and Internet
Computers & Internet
Tompkins County Public Library (TCPL) Information and Learning Services and Youth Services departments offer the public free use of computers, software and internet access. The Library provides access to all constitutionally protected information with unlimited access to materials, and with no attempt to prevent patrons from legally viewing materials or to prevent patrons from viewing materials some individuals may find offensive. The internet offers a wealth of educational, recreational, and cultural information that vastly increases the resources available to Library patrons. It is the individual's responsibility to choose which resources to access. Since the Library has no control over its content, individuals access the internet at their own risk. We caution patrons to access and evaluate materials online as they would any printed source. At TCPL, patrons must have a library card to access the computers and WiFi. By placing our public internet stations in high traffic areas, staff can ensure that our Library Code of Conduct and computer guidelines are being carefully followed. Individuals who violate these guidelines are asked to cease doing so or risk losing their computer and, in some cases, their Library privileges. Youth Services internet stations are located in the Youth Services department, and are restricted to children five to twelve (5 - 12) years old. Teen Internet stations are located in our Teen Center, and are available only to teens ages twelve to seventeen (12-17).