1.  We assume the head librarians role  Recently updated the library computer systems  New resource for patrons – internet access  Teenager caught viewing sexually explicit material  Childrens protection act (CIPA) passed by congress requires filtering software to be installed.  This may violate the ALA however, there is pressure from the community and government.  If the library does not comply it will loose the e-rate discount. ($25,000 last year).  Cut budget to make up for subsides

2.  Primary : The Head Librarian  Can lose the e-rate discount  Secondary : Patrons  Loss of freedom to censorship  Tertiary : Library Staff  Concerned with the changes in the content and violations of policy

3.  Filters triggering false positives  Loop holes  If filters are not installed the library looses $25000 discount

4.  Filters are not perfect  They may block websites that are appropriate  Installation of filters breaks the ALA code

5.  Patrons with above average computing skills may find ways around the blocks  The blocks may provoke malicious behavior  Hacker mentality

6.  If the filters are rejected the library will not receive the $25,000 discount.  More resources will have to be used  Staff is affected  Quality of service may decrease

7.  Discount: installing filters  Submit requests for proposals to multiple vendors  Ensure the best filtering system is selected  Vendor will install and maintain filtering solution initially  Vendor can fix any kinks and loopholes initially  Allows for a smooth transition

8. Implementing Filter  Filter obscene content  Happy Staff  Happy Parents  Happy Government Rejecting Filter  No blocks on content  Controversy  Perhaps Integrity Ethical Problems

9.  ACM Code 1.4 Be fair and do not discriminate  A tiered access system would discriminate against some patrons, i.e. those under the age of 18  All patrons should be given equal access  However, by filtering content, you would not be discriminating against individuals but the content itself

10.  ACM Code 2.3 Respect existing laws in your professional work  Pornography is illegal to view if the person viewing it is under the age of 18  Child pornography is considered abject and wholly illegal in many jurisdictions  Installing filters would comply with these laws.

11.  ACM Code 3.2 Build systems that enhance quality of working life  Pornography is widely considered inappropriate and vulgar.  One patron viewing explicit materials could disturb others.  Installing filters would enhance the quality of working life for both staff member and patron alike.

12. Rights  What do we want?  The allowance to view anything  What is legal?  It is legal for adults over 18 to view most explicit materials  Some forms of pornography are outlawed  What is right?  Its complicated

13.  Current law stipulates the legality of minors viewing pornographic and obscene content: it’s not allowed  Therefore an agreement can be entered into by both parties which enumerates what is acceptable and what is not acceptable content for minors while still allowing of-age patrons unfettered access  Additionally the agreement can be formed in such a way as to settle any disputes over the actual rights the patrons have concerning the computing resources  If the patron violates that agreement, punitive damages can be meted out  By installing the filters, the library system can maintain its discount and satisfy the interests of the librarians and government

14.  A network administrator can be hired to assist in maintain the filtering system  Fix any loopholes  Correct false positives  Confirm its effectiveness  A logging system can be put into place to aide in verification of any violations in the contract  Set up auto-generated accounts for more granular tracking Recommendations