Document Type
Article
Publication Date
12-2004
Publication Title
Information Technology and Libraries
Volume
23
Issue
4
First page number:
153
Last page number:
167
Abstract
The networked computing environment is a vital resource for academic libraries. Ever-increasing use dictates the prudence of having a comprehensive computer-use policy in force. Universities often have an overarching policy or policies governing the general use of computing technology that helps to safeguard the university equipment, software, and network against inappropriate use. Libraries often benefit from having an adjunct policy that works to emphasize the existence and important points of higher-level policies, while also providing a local context for systems and policies pertinent to the library in particular. Having computer-use policies at the university and library level helps provide a comprehensive, encompassing guide for the effective and appropriate use of this vital resource.
Keywords
Academic libraries; Public access computers in libraries
Disciplines
Communication Technology and New Media | Library and Information Science
Language
English
Permissions
Copyright American Library Association. Used with permission.
Publisher Citation
Vaughan, Jason. 2004. “Policies governing use of computing technology in academic libraries.” Information Technology and Libraries, Vol 23:4, 153-167.
Repository Citation
Vaughan, J.
(2004).
Policies governing use of computing technology in academic libraries.
Information Technology and Libraries, 23(4),
153-167.
https://digitalscholarship.unlv.edu/lib_articles/365