D Brown Memorial Library Rosebud, Texas

Internet Policies

General Internet Policy

  • All public computers close at 5:00 pm daily.

  • ALL public computer and Wi-Fi users must sign in and provide current valid identification (i.e. Driver’s License).

  • Due to possibility of exposure to young users, all users must limit computer use to online sites free from explicit language, explicit pictures, illegal drug use, or graphic violence.

  • Downloading from the internet and uploading from personal devices are not permitted except with approval from library staff.

  • Library staff will assist patrons with general computer operation and printing. For protection of patron, library staff will observe minimal exposure to patron personal information while assisting.

  • Patrons with cough or other contagious conditions are asked to refrain from using public computers while in contagious state.  

 

Computer Internet Use for Child/Youth (1-17 years of age):

  • Users 1-10 years of age must be accompanied by adult over 18.

  • Users 11-17 years of age must provide a signed parent/guardian permission form that will remain on file at the library.

  • Users are limited to timed sessions at the public computers. One hour is permitted on non-school days and ½ hour on school days.

  • Only one child/youth user per computer is permitted.

  • Facebook, Instagram & other social media are not permitted.

  • YouTube is permitted for viewing sports or educational content ONLY.

  • Online games permitted by library staff approval only.

  • Mobile devices not permitted for users under 18 years of age.