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Computer Use & Internet Policies

Computer Workstations:  

Desktops: there are a total of 24 computer workstations for students to utilize on the main floor of the Library. Certain workstations are equipped with Respondus - Lockdown Browser for proctored exams (to learn which stations can proctor, see the Information Desk).
 
Quick Print: there are a total of 6 desktops for students to utilize with printing needs on the main floor of the Library. These have a 15 min. time limit for use and should not be used for school work. For printing info, see our Copiers and Printers page.
 
Laptops: there are 18 laptops available to checkout for in-house use at the Library Information Desk, as well as 12 laptops available in the Library's new laptop vending machine (see the Information Desk if you need assistance).
 
iPads: there are 20 (twenty) iPads available to checkout for in-house.
 
**Students logon to the computer workstations, iPads, and library laptops using their Limestone email username & password**
**Do not save work to the desktop - this will result in work lost as soon as the computer is shutdown."
 
Wireless Internet: The library is equipped for wireless access to the Internet. Wireless Internet instructions are located here. Wireless service is available to those with a Limestone User account and to guests.  

Computer Use Policy

The mission of the Limestone University Library is to serve as the primary intellectual resource of the university by supporting the university's curriculum and providing resource material.  Public patrons are allowed to use the Library's computers as long as their Courtesy Card is in good standing and they present their valid ID for the staff to hold on to while they use the computers. While public users are welcome to use the computers and facilities, the college community has priority over public patrons.  All computer users are expected to comply with the following:

  • All local, state and federal laws, including copyright laws and licensing agreements, all Limestone University policies, and all Limestone University contracts.
  • The Library reserves the right to limit individual use (time limits) to allow others access to library resources.
  • Patrons under 18 (eighteen) years of age that wish to use the computers must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or teacher.
  • Patrons are asked to be considerate of others and not to display materials which others may consider objectionable.
  • Users are responsible for determining the reliability of material accessed from the Internet.
  • Patrons are expected to uphold the security of the computer hardware and software by not: damaging hardware, modifying, downloading, or installing software; or evading security controls.

Failure to follow the above guidelines may result in denial of computer access.  During the the last 3 weeks of the fall and spring semesters, only Limestone students, faculty and staff will be allowed access to library computers.

**Alumni will have use of their student account for up to 4 years after their graduation date.**

Wireless Access Policy

The Limestone University Library provides wireless access (WIFI) for all Limestone faculty, staff, and students. Limestone students, faculty and staff are allowed to access the wireless network through an authentication process by using use their Limestone username and password to login. Wireless access points cover (coming soon!).  See Instructions for Connecting to Limestone Wireless

If you are experiencing problems with our guides contact the Library at library@limestone.edu.