MCC Computer Use Policy makes provisions for policies that apply to specific computers systems or networks operated by specific units of the college such as the Library. Library computer labs users should consult computer lab supervisors for further information about specific use guidelines or to express questions or concerns regarding computer use. http://www.mclennan.edu/publications/policies/html/e/docs/E-XXXI.DOC

• Demand for computers in Library computer labs is often very heavy. During peak use periods, you may be asked to surrender the computer you are using if you are not doing academic work. It is expected that all MCC students will respect the rights of others, including the right of access to academic computing resources.
  
  
• Computers in the Library are to be used primarily for research and information to support classes being taken at MCC. Priority use of computers goes to current MCC students, faculty and staff.
  
  
• Computer users must not change any computer settings or deliberately download files to the hard disks of computers. This includes downloading to the desktop or desktop folders, since downloaded files may be infected with computer viruses. If a program or file is accidentally downloaded, please contact Library computer technicians at once.
  
  
• Students should not use DOS commands on lab computers, since this may seriously interfere with the operation of network printers or other programs or the network.
  
  
• Use of Library computers for access to chat rooms, instant messaging, electronic games (except games used for instructional purposes), bulletin boards, and general Internet surfing for personal pleasure is discouraged, since such use may infringe on computer access and the rights of other students. Library faculty and staff are not responsible for enforcing prohibition on such use unless it (1) poses a danger to the security of the Library computer network, (2) interferes with the use of computer resources for instructional purposes, (3) infringes on access by other students to computers and/or information resources, or (4) constitutes a violation of College Policy or State or Federal Law.
  
  
• General use computers in the Library are equipped with the MS Office productivity suite, which includes MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and a number of other specialized applications. MS Explorer is the default Internet browser installed on all Library computer lab machines. Changes to default settings on the computer or on any of these programs may affect the use of the computer and printers by other students.
  
  
• Students and other computer users are expected to abide by the provisions of the MCC General Conduct Policy, which requires conduct according to standards of common decency and socially acceptable behavior. Violation of this policy may result in the suspension of computer use access, referral to the College Discipline Committee for appropriate disciplinary action, or referral to Law Enforcement.
  
  
• Electronic mail is considered to be a necessary and proper means of communication, and for that reason the College provides an official e-mail account for every student. All computer users are encouraged to use their individual student e-mail accounts since it provides automatic virus scanning and other protection against virus infection. Use of e-mail accounts from other sources may result in Library computers being infected with viruses or the accidental downloading and installation of unauthorized programs, including unsolicited advertising, “cookies,” and pop-up ads. Please exercise extreme caution in the use of any other e-mail programs, and do not open e-mail attachments received through these e-mail programs on Library computers.
  
  
• There is a per-page charge to print most materials, including full-text articles, from Library computers. The amount of this per-page charge is determined by campus administration, not by the Library. The printer requires the use of a Highlander OneCard. Money can be put onto Highlander OneCard accounts at the terminal near the front entrance to the LTC or at other local terminals.
  
  
• If you do not have a flash drive or your own disk available, disks for saving citations, documents and articles may be purchased for 50 cents each at the Information Desk. Staff can assist you with the downloading process so you can use or print the file later on your own computer. You may also e-mail many types of documents directly to your account.
  
  
• No food is allowed in the computer lab area. Drinks in approved containers are permitted in the lab. Most of the rest of the Library is "Food Friendly," including the study rooms and the Rotunda.