Chapel Hill Public Library provides free access to computers and the internet. Library computers use internet filtering software in compliance with the Child Internet Protection Act (CIPA). This software blocks patrons from seeing images that can reasonably be construed as obscenity or child pornography, as defined by Miller v. California (1973) and 18 U.S.C. 2256 respectively.
Library staff can override filtered content for adults upon request.
Filtering software is not foolproof. The library is not responsible for any content accessed via our computers. Children 9 years old and younger must remain with a parent or caretaker while using library computers. Parents & caretakers are responsible for monitoring their child’s use of the internet and ensuring their safety online.
In addition to internet access via library-owned computers, we provide free and open WiFi over an unsecured network.
Patrons should always exercise caution when sharing or accessing personal information online. By using any library computer or WiFi services, patrons agree to hold the Town of Chapel Hill harmless in the event that any information is lost or stolen.
Patrons may not use library computers or WiFi for any purpose prohibited by North Carolina or federal law.
Computer and WiFi users must abide by our expectations of behavior.