The Chicopee Public Library provides public internet access to all patrons and visitors as part of its mission to provide the community with equal opportunity to access information resources that will satisfy their personal, educational and professional needs. 

It is up to each individual to evaluate the information they access with our computers. The Chicopee Public Library cannot verify or authenticate information on the internet, though we can provide you with sources that may help you learn to better evaluate information.

The Chicopee Public Library uses internet filtering software on its public computers. The filter may unintentionally block sites that have legitimate research value and fail to block objectionable content. Users should be aware that Internet filtering software should not substitute for individual judgment and/or parental involvement and oversight. Librarians will disable filtered Internet access to persons 18 or older who request it for bona fide research or any other lawful purposes. 

The Chicopee Public Library cannot ensure the appropriateness of websites being accessed by either adults or children. It is a parent’s responsibility to be aware of safety guidelines and to instruct their children accordingly. 

Users should be aware that copyright protection is not only associated with print materials but also governs the use of audio, video, images and text on the Internet. Using library resources to copy and distribute copyright protected materials may be an infringement of copyright law. 

It is the intent of the Chicopee Public Library to adhere to the provisions of the U.S. Copyright Law (Title 17 U.S. Code). For further information, please refer to a librarian or the U.S. Copyright Office at: http://www.copyright.gov/.

When using the library computers, you are welcome to:

• Use your library card to sign onto any public computer for internet access. Express Computers and Guest Passes are available for those without a valid library card. 
• Save files you are working on to your email or to your own USB drive. USB drives can be purchased at the circulation and reference desks. Files will not be stored or saved on the public computers. *Please be aware that downloaded files may contain viruses. The Chicopee Public Library is not responsible for any damage to a patron’s USB drives, home computer, or for any loss of data, and advises patrons to have virus-checking software on their home computers.*
• Use our printers/copiers at a cost of 10 cents per page for black & white and 50 cents per page for color. Mobile printing directly from your phone or home computer is also available.

We require that you:

• Do not use computer resources to harass other individuals. 
• Refrain from disruptive behavior. 
• Comply with Copyright Laws and licensing restrictions.  For further information, please refer to a librarian or the U.S. Copyright Office at: http://www.copyright.gov/. 
• Abide by all applicable federal and state laws. 

The following are prohibited when using library computers:

• Accessing the computer’s hard drive or the Library’s network. 
• Attempting to circumvent the Library’s reservation or security software. 
• Vandalizing computing equipment. 
• Eating or drinking at computer workstations. 

Failure to comply with the rules of conduct may result in termination of your computer session or loss of computer privileges, depending on the nature and the repetitiveness of the offense.

Approved by the Board of Library Trustees, October 16, 2006
Amended by the Board of Library Trustees, May 9, 2022