Clearwater Memorial Public Library is proud to offer free Internet access to the public. We have 8 computer terminals available for patron use. Please call (208) 476-3411 to schedule an appointment to use our computers.

General Internet Policy

The policy of the Clearwater Memorial Public Library is to continually provide quality services and resources to meet the informational needs of its community. As part of that policy the library provides free access to the Internet for its patrons. The Internet provides global access to ideas, information, commentary, and imagery. The resources found within the Internet are constantly changing and may contain unpredictable content. The library does not monitor or exert any control over the quality, currency, or accuracy of any Internet resource, with the exception of its homepage. Internet users are totally responsible for any of the sites they visit and use the Internet at their own risk. Using the Internet in violation of any federal, state, or local law or regulation is strictly prohibited. Thus, the use of library Internet computers to access, store, or distribute pornographic or obscene materials as defined by law is prohibited. The Internet may contain material which parents or legal guardians may deem inappropriate for their children, and only their children or wards. It is the responsibility of the parents or guardians to supervise the Internet use of their children or wards. Users of the Internet provided by the library agree to abide by this policy and failure to do so will result in the denial of Internet privileges.

Public Access Agreement

• I will not alter or destroy any of the programs or files on the library computer. I will not download any material other than to a disk.
• I agree to use the computers responsibly. I will not interfere with the work of others. Neither will I interfere with the performance of the network by using other people’s passwords. I will not attempt to gain access to closed area of the network and I will not introduce computer viruses.
• I will abide by the time limits set by the library. Internet computers are accessible during regular library hours. You may reserve a time by signing up at the circulation desk, or by calling the library during regular library hours. Computers can only be reserved on the day they are to be used. Time of use may be restricted and all Internet use will end 15 minutes prior to the library’s closing time.
• I will respect copyright and not use the Internet for illegal activities.
• I will not post my home phone number or address, or that of others.
• I understand that, because of provisions in the USA Patriot Act, my privacy may no longer be assured during library Internet transactions.
• I will be responsible for any hardware or software damage I might cause.
• I will be responsible for any cost incurred while using the Internet. Printing costs are currently 10 cents per page for black and white documents and 25 cents for color.
• I understand that Internet use as provided by the library is a privilege and not a right and that this privilege may be revoked if misused.

Failing to follow these rules or other directions of library staff can result in being banned from computer use.