The Copy-Scan-Print resource duplication service provided by the STL Law Library are made available to the STL community as a common good service. While the library supports the technical components of the system, the patron assumes all liability associated with the use of duplicated materials follow the relevant copyright regulations and copyright laws of the People's Republic of China. While the library makes all efforts to provide the service as inexpensively as possible, in some cases (e.g.printing), use fees are required to mitigate operating expense.
In addition, the Copy-Scan-Print services is for non-commercial use.The Copy-Scan-Print services supported by the STL Law Library to facilitate the research and teaching mission of the STL. Commercial users bear the responsibility of any legal implications of their use of duplicated material.
Access and Eligibility
- First priority for use of computers is accorded to the STL students, faculty, and staff.
- Computer use is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Appropriate Use
Public computers are intended for non-commercial, educational, and research purposes. Users must adhere to the following guidelines:
- Accessing and using information resources for educational, instructional, and research needs.
- Respecting the rights of other users and abiding by all library policies and laws.
- Using equipment in a safe manner and not damaging equipment and facilities.
- Observing all laws relating to copyright, trademark, and intellectual property rights.
Prohibited Activities
The following activities are unacceptable on public access computers:
- Accessing or distributing illegal or obscene materials.
- Altering or damaging the current settings of computers, and hacking system.
- Violating copyright laws by printing, downloading or distributing copyrighted material without permission.
- Attempting to gain unauthorized access to information systems or violating the privacy of others.
- Installing software, which has been disabled on the public user account.
Reminder
To protect your privacy, we recommend you do the following when you finish using the computer:
- Deleting Personal Files – Please remember to delete all personal files from the computer before you leave.
- Exiting Browsers – Private window shortcuts are created on the desktop for both Chrome and Edge.
- Browsing history will be deleted upon exiting, so please close the browser(s) to ensure that your history is completely removed.
Consequence of Misuse
- Revocation of computer privileges.
- Removal from the library.
- Legal action.
Enforcement
The Library reserves the right to monitor computer use to ensure compliance with this policy. Library staff may ask users to leave if they are found to be violating the policy.
Revisions
This policy may be revised periodically to reflect changes in technology and library policies.
Reporting Misuse
Report misuse of public computer to law-ref@stl.pku.edu.cn.
