Waycross College Library public-access computers are primarily intended for educational research by WC students, faculty, staff, and other students within the University System of Georgia. Community patrons may use Library workstations when they are not occupied.

Library computers are not installed with filtering devices or software to limit Internet access. Parents are responsible for monitoring and supervising their children’s use of the Internet.

GENERAL GUIDELINES:

1. Save all personal research and word processing to a floppy disk (a:). Do not save on the computer’s hard drive (c:).
2. All floppy disks must be scanned for viruses before using any library workstation. Upon entering the library, please submit your disk for scanning at the Circulation Desk.
3. Use the three workstations located in the Leisure Reading area for sending and receiving e-mail.
4. Children,under the age of 14,must be directly supervised by an adult.
5. Do not place any containers (closed or otherwise) of drink or food on computer tables.

FEES:

Printouts are free to currently enrolled WC students, WC faculty and staff, and other USG students enrolled in classes on the WC campus. All other users are responsible for printouts in the amount of 10 cents per page. Please pay for all copies at the Circulation Desk (see Electronic Resources).

Special Services: Color printouts from the color printer located at the Reference Computer are available for a fee of .50 and 1.50 (depending on paper quality) for all users.

PRIORITIES: Workstations are available to all Waycross College Library patrons in the following priority order:

1. Current Waycross College faculty, staff, and students.
2. Other University of Georgia System faculty, staff, and students.
3. All other library users. 

Users accessing GALILEO, the online catalog (GIL), Internet, and other licensed Library research databases have highest priority over other users. Microsoft Office is installed on most library computers on an availability basis, with research taking top priority. Recreational use is given lowest priority.

Workstation usage is limited to one hour when all computers are filled. Those using workstations for non-course related purposes (such as e-mail) may be asked to give up their computer if others who have an educational need are waiting.

The software/hardware in the Waycross College Library is the property of the WC/University System of Georgia. Any effort to alter existing software or hardware, to add to or delete existing software, or to degrade computer system performance is considered an act of vandalism and is forbidden. If you have a CD or other software disk that is part of a class assignment or part of course related work, please consult with Library staff so that they may determine if the CD can be installed for playback.

The following acts are prohibited:

• Hacking (unauthorized access to computing resources or accounts)
• Chatting (Chat room participation)
• Playing GAMES (and other recreational activities)
• Viewing Pornography
• Violating state and federal laws, such as obscenity and copyright
• Stealing, vandalizing and/or mutilating computer related materials
  

Your cooperation in adhering to these policies is appreciated. 

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