Controlling the Internet

Abstract

How can libraries provide Internet access and still maintain the control necessary to prevent abuse? Nearly all libraries that offer Internet access have some kind of Internet use policy, but their policies may differ greatly. Some are highly regulated, some lenient, and some change from day to day to cover situations as they occur. A few academic libraries have use policies that are set by their computing facilities. Actual Internet use policy statements may be found on several web sites listed below: Useful Resources for Public Libraries Security is a big issue in controlling the Internet. Some software programs (such as Fortress) kAP people from accessing certain areas. Certain areas can be manually closed to patrons or disabled to thwart hack-ers. However, it is a challenge to some people to defeat any kind of security measures.