The Henry County Library

Internet Access Guidelines

Welcome to the Henry County Library's Internet Access. To maximize availability to this resource, and to insure fair accessibility for all, please follow these Internet Access Guidelines, which include our Internet policies, rules, and procedures.

Parents, we suggest you read Child Safety on the Information Highway, Teen Safety on the Information Highway or the The Librarian's Guide to Great Websites for Kids if you are concerned about your children gaining access to information that you do not approve of.

Printing The Internet capable computers in the EMR Room print over the network to printers located in the File Room adjacent to the Reference Desk. For details of how this works see the Printer Page

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Quick Links To The Internet:
Netlibrary E-Books MOREnet Resources Proquest Genealogy Other Resources
HCL and TACnet Search Engines Subject Guides Job Search
Telephone Directories Reference Local Weather
Local Links Travel Other
Disclaimer of Endorsement and Liability
     Online Resources from Netlibrary:
[Netlibrary E Books] [About E Books] [E Book Demonstration (requires Macromedia Flash plugin)]
     Online Resources from MOREnet (access from EMR computers only):
[More about Online Resources] [EBSCO Magazine Search] [Business Searching] [Student Research Center] [Searchasaurus] [NoveList] [NewsBank: Missouri and Regional Newspapers]
     Online Genealogy Resources from ProQuest Information (access from EMR computers only): [Ancestry Library] [Heritage Quest Online]
     Other Online Resources (access from EMR computers only):
[Generations Online] [Books In Print] [Fiction Connection] [Learning Express]
     The Library and TACnet:
[The Library's Home Page] [TACnet's Home Page] [TACnet Local History Page] [Reference And EMR Resources] [HCL Internet Job Search Page] [HCL Internet Career Sites Page]
[Search Resources] [Genealogy Resources] [Local History Resources] [Medical Resources]
[Legal Resources] [Veterans Info] [Lewis & Clark
     Internet Guides and Search Engines:
[Google] [Yahoo!] [Live Search] [MSN Search] [About.com] [All The Web] [AltaVista] [Ask.com] [Dogpile] [Excite] [Go.com] [HotBot] [Lycos] [Open Directory Project] [Search.com] [Webcrawler]
     Subject oriented guides to the Internet:
[Yahoo Directory] [Google Directory] [About.com] [Academic Info] [Infomine] [Librarians' Index]
[Mid-Continent Public Library's Web Resources] [Internet Public Library]
[ Internet Web Texts
 - All about the Internet itself]
     Job Search:
[HCL Internet Job Search Page] [HCL Internet Career Sites] [Great Hires, Missouri's Workforce Resource] [America's Job Bank] [CareerBuilder] [CareerWeb] [Jobs.NET] [Jobweb] [Career Builder on KansasCity.com] [Dice.com] [Monster Board] [ Yahoo! - Business and Economy: Employment and Work]
     Telephone and Address Books:
[AnyWho Directories - Toll Free] [Switchboard: Telephone Book Search] [Infospace: Telephone Book Search] [thedirectory: Area Code: Prefix locator] [thedirectory: Search for Prefix in Area Code 660] [thedirectory: Search for Prefix in Area Code 816] [U.S. Post Office] [Zip+4 Lookup] [City/State/ZIP Code Associations] [Post Office Locator]
     Reference:
[Medline Plus] [Centers for Disease Control] [WebMD Health] [NIH Health Information] [Cancer.gov]
[American Journalism Review Newslink] [National Criminal Justice Reference Center]
[Ask ERIC] [Thesaurus.com] [Merriam-Webster Dictionary/Thesaurus] [Acronym and Abbreviation Server] [Quotations Home Page] [Poets' Corner]
     Local Weather Forecasts (Henry County/Clinton):
[Weather Underground] [Weather Channel] [Accuweather] [INTELLICAST Kansas City NEXRAD Radar]
See also [TACnet: Weather]
     Some Local Internet Links:
[USGenWeb - Henry County Genealogy Resources]
[27th Judicial Circuit] [West Central Missouri Community Action Agency] [Henry County Sheriff] [Henry County University Extension] [Henry County Soil And Water Conservation District] [City of Clinton] [Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce] [Clinton Main Street] [Clinton School District] [TrumanInfoGuide] [KDKD Net] [Montrose] [Deepwater] [Windsor] [Windsor School District] [St. Clair County Library] [Osceola Public Schools] [Welcome To Warsaw] [Downtown Warsaw]
     Travel:
[Excite Travel] [Expedia.com] [Priceline.com] [Yahoo Travel] [Travelocity] [Travel.com]
     Some other Internet access points:
[University of Missouri] [University Extension] [Missouri State Government] [Missouri State Library] [Missouri Department of Transportation] [Missouri Department of Economic Development] [Case Net] [Missouri Tourism] [USA Citylink] [USA Citylink - Missouri] [Yahoo! Missouri Links]

Quick Links To The Internet:
Netlibrary E-Books MOREnet Resources Proquest Genealogy Other Resources
HCL and TACnet Search Engines Subject Guides Job Search
Telephone Directories Reference Local Weather
Local Links Travel Other
Disclaimer of Endorsement and Liability

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Internet Access Policy:

In response to advances in technology and the changing needs of the community, the Henry County Library endeavors to develop collections, resources, and services that meet the cultural, informational, recreational, and educational needs of Henry County. It is within this context that the Henry County Library offers access to the Internet.

The Henry County Library does not monitor and has no control over the information accessed through the Internet and cannot be held responsible for its content. The Internet is a global entity with a highly diverse user population and it is your responsibility to use this resource wisely.

All Internet resources accessible through the Library are provided equally to all library users. Parents or guardians, not the Library or its staff, are responsible for the Internet information selected and/or accessed by their children. Parents -- and only parents -- may restrict their children -- and only their children -- from access to Internet resources accessible through the Library. Parents are advised to supervise their children's Internet sessions.

To be more specific:

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Staff Assistance:

Library staff cannot provide in-depth training concerning Internet computer jargon or personal computer use. We can get you started and may be able to offer suggestions on search strategies and answer general questions.

Have fun exploring the Internet but please remember that many times you will find the specific information you need right here . . . in our books, periodicals, CD-ROM databases, etc.

The library can not and does not provide EMail addresses. Free EMail is available from a number of providers online, including MSN Hotmail, Yahoo! Mail, AOL's AIMMail, Mail.com, Juno and many others - visit the Free Email Providers Guide to view a much bigger list. The patron is responsible for signing up for an account and for receiving or sending E-Mails; library staff can not do this for you.

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Guidelines for Use of the Electronic Media Room:

  1. How to Start
    • The EMR is open from 8:15 a.m. to 15 minutes before the library's closing time.
    • Sign the Electronic Media Resources Agreement at the reference desk
    • Show a current, active Henry County Library Card issued in your name to a staff person in order to use any equipment. (Each Person using the machine must show their library card.)
    • Residents of Henry County (outside the city of Windsor) who do not already have a Library Card may sign up for one at no cost at the Circulation Desk by presenting a picture I.D. and proof of residence in Henry County.
    • Non-residents may obtain a Card on payment of the Out of District User Fee of $5.00 per year, and presentation of picture I.D.
    • A Guest Card is available for one-time visitors for $1.00 and presentation of a picture I.D.
    • A parent or guardian may have their children's library card set up as "Not Authorized for Internet Access." If this is done that child may only use the EMR machines if accompanied by a parent or guardian on that machine.
    • Children who have not completed fifth grade must be accompanied by an parent or guardian in the Electronic Media Resources Room. The parent or guardian must be signed into the same machine the child is using.
    • Only two people will be allowed at any one machine unless a parent is accompanying two children.
    • Only one sign-in to the Internet computers is allowed per day.
    • There is a two (2) hour time limit on the use of the equipment.
    • The "30-Minute" machine is available for a maximum of 30 minutes, and the other Internet machines are available for the full 2 hours.
    • Equipment is available on a "first come, first served" basis.
    • The Internet capable machines may not be reserved.
    • The Microfilm and Study Room machines may be reserved in advance for a maximum of 2 hours.
    • You must remain on the machine you were initially assigned.
  2. The Rules
    • The user agrees to take proper care of all hardware, software, documentation and all other equipment that are the property of the Henry County Library.
    • At no time will the user change the software settings, Windows setups, move or delete icons, etc.
    • When there is any fault with any equipment or materials, the user will immediately report any difficulty or problem to a staff member.
    • The user agrees to observe all copyright laws.
    • Users agree not to duplicate any computer software or documentation provided by the Library that is not public domain.
    • Using the Henry County Library computers to violate federal law is prohibited.
    • The Henry County Library makes no guarantees, either expressly or implied, with respect to any hardware or software, their quality, performance, or fitness for any particular purpose. The ENTIRE risk as to the quality and performance of computer equipment, software or documentation is with the user. In no event shall the Henry County Library be liable for actual, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of any equipment or software.
    • Users are not permitted to install software programs on the Library computers. You may only use the software applications provided by the Henry County Library.
    • Users shall assume the full responsibility of learning to use the computers and software on their own.
    • Users are responsible for ALL pages printed. Black and white printouts are 10¢ a page, color printouts are 25¢ a page.
    • Diskettes for storing data are available from the Friends of the Library and may be purchased at the reference desk. Any data lost because of faulty disks, software or equipment is not the responsibility of the Henry County Library. No personal files may be saved on the library's equipment.
    • Removal of the security screens will cause your computer privileges to be suspended.
    • User's failure to observe any part of the above agreement may result in a suspension of the user's right to use the Electronic Media room. Other usual and ordinary library sanctions may also apply.
  3. The reservation:
    • The Internet capable machines may NOT be reserved.
    • The user may reserve a non-Internet machine in advance in person or by telephoning 885-2612.
    • Reservations can be made up to one week prior to the time of use.
    • Reservations are for a maximum of two hours per day.
    • Reservations will be made on the quarter hour, for a minimum of a half hour.
    • Reserved time is NOT transferable to another person.
    • Reserved time is forfeited if the user does not arrive within ten (10) minutes of the start time. (Library time).
  4. The Microfilm/fiche equipment:
    • The user agrees to rewind all microfilm to the beginning and to place it in the return box.
    • There will be a charge of 10 cents per sheet for ALL copies made.
    • Microfiche is to be returned to the designated box.
    • There is a two (2) hour limit on use if others are waiting.
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    Last modified: Tuesday, 03-Oct-2006 10:32:34 CDT