12. Downloading and printing must be completed within each reservation or walk-in session. Internet users will receive up to three end-of-session alerts. HSPLS is not responsible for incomplete downloads or printing 

13. Internet computers are in public areas in HSPLS libraries. By agreeing to this Internet use statement, users accept responsibility and acknowledge that some sites may reasonably be deemed offensive to other library customers, and that images on the screen may be viewed by a wide audience. Not all content on the Internet is appropriate for viewing by all library customers. Library users may be asked to discontinue accessing sites or engaging in other Internet behavior which others may find inappropriate.

14. The nature of the Internet requires customers to exercise critical thinking skills to determine if content is truthful, relevant and appropriate. Parents and legal guardians may need to provide guidance for their own children including discussion of their family values. Library staff will not provide extensive supervision of children as they explore the Internet. The responsibility for what minors read or view on the Internet rests with their parents or legal guardians, who should instruct children never to give out personal information (including name, address, password, telephone number, and credit card information) online.

15. Library users will agree to access the Internet using HSPLS computers and connections in compliance with all Federal and State laws and with HSPLS Internet policies, guidelines, and procedures: 

 -  The First Amendment to the U. S. Constitution does not protect all content. No HSPLS public access computer may be used to view or display obscenity, child pornography, or other illegal content. The legal status of any particular content can be determined only by a court of law with proper jurisdiction.
 -  A work protected by copyright law may not be copied without permission of the copyright owner unless the proposed use falls within the definition of “fair use.”  Customers are responsible for compliance with all state, national and international laws governing copyrighted materials.  
 -  Prohibited behavior includes the use of library computers for unauthorized access, including hacking, spamming, or other unlawful activities. 
 -  Users are not permitted to invade the privacy of other people or intrude upon their rights. Harassment of library staff or other individuals is prohibited. 
 -  Other prohibited behaviors include, but may not be limited to: damaging or disrupting computer resources and networks; changing the settings and configurations of public access computers; installing non-library software on library computers; use of library computers for chat, game playing, and audio and video downloads.

16. RESPONSE TO PROHIBITED BEHAVIORS AND CONTENT: Misuse of a public access computer will result in the loss of computer privileges, potential loss of library privileges, and possible legal action. 

17. One Internet computer located at each Federal Depository Library (Hawaii State Library, Kahului Public Library, and Lihue Public Library) will be dedicated to accessing Federal government publications and information. Library cards are not required to use these computers to access Federal documents. Free access to these computers will be allowed as an extension of the depository library’s collection and as provided in 44 USC 1911: United States Code, Title 44, Section 1911. However, customers will need a valid HSPLS library card in order to print copies of their research results.  
The Hawaii State Public Library System reserves the right to modify these guidelines at any time.