Libraries' Computer Use Policy

Library computers are intended for academic, course-related use. Academic work takes precedence over all other work. Users not conforming to this requirement may have their computers shut down. Please note that MCC computers are public access computers where you should have no expectations of privacy.

• Send, view and/or print lewd or pornographic materials or other related activities unless directly authorized, in writing, by an instructor.

• Participate in any form of chat room or online social network, unless otherwise authorized by an instructor, in writing.

• Play or download any type of computer games or entertainment activities.

• Change, copy, delete, distribute, read, or otherwise access files without the permission of the owner.

• Bypass accounting or security mechanisms, attempt to circumvent data-protection or system consistency schemes, or attempt to uncover security loopholes.

• Change computer configurations or settings in any manner.

• Engage in any activity which might degrade performance of the system or congest the network or cause physical damage to any computer or related loss of functionality.

• Violate copyright laws of the United States or other federal, state, or local laws.

• Turn off any computers, monitors or printers. If a workstation "freezes," please see the librarian at the Information/Reference desk.

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