Re: [LM_NET] Kindle use in school libraries

[Christopher Harris <christophergharris@GMAIL.COM>]

Beth (and others interested in the Kindle),

While this is an incredible idea, and a great way to use a technology tool
to find a way to do something that would otherwise be impossible, you can't
do it. Well, that isn't exactly right. You CAN do it, it would just be a
total violation of Amazon's terms of service for the Kindle. As I noted in
my Library Journal review of the Kindle [
http://www.libraryjournal.com/article/CA6514919.html ] sharing is not
allowed.

Other library blogs have discussed this:
http://rochellejustrochelle.typepad.com/copilot/2008/01/loaning-kindle.htmlis
one of the most complete in talking about the restrictions in the
Amazon
terms of use that prevent sharing. Basically, according to the license, it
is probably illegal to share the Kindle with your spouse, much less library
patrons.

So sadly, great idea...but just not compliant with the terms of service at
this point.

The NY Times is fully available for free access online. Perhaps a small
Internet tablet like a Nokia N800 ($300) as a way to have more
dedicated/mobile access for students if you have Wi-Fi?

Sorry to bring the bad news, but I would hate to see libraries get the smack
down from Amazon over this.

Christopher Harris, Coordinator
School Library System
GVBOCES - Le Roy, NY
http://sls.gvboces org

Vote Chris! ALA Council Candidate!

On Thu, Mar 6, 2008 at 10:21 AM, Beth Molski <bmolski@wausau.k12.wi.us>
wrote:

> I am thinking of purchasing a Kindle for our school library.  Has anyone
> else done this and how do you utilize it?  I like the idea of having the
> subscription to the New York Times on the Kindle, something I can not
> get delivered on a daily basis.
>
> Beth Molski
>

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