An examination of Internet filters in school library media centers

Internet filtering has become an issue since the introduction of the Internet in schools and libraries. Concerns about "inappropriate content" on the Internet have arisen, especially when children are involved. This study uses content analysis of messages from LM_NET (a popular mailing list for practicing school library media specialists) to examine common practices and decisions made by school library media specialists with respect to Internet filtering software. Alternatives to Internet filtering are also discussed.