Policies

The pages of APlusPhysics.com, Physics in Action podcasts, and other online media at this site are made available as a service to physics students, instructors, and others. Their use is encouraged and is free of charge. Teachers who wish to use the pages either in a classroom demonstration format or as part of an interactive activity/lesson are granted permission (and encouraged) to do so.

APlusPhysics.com and Physics In Action are copyright protected and the author restricts their use to online usage through a live internet connection. Any downloading of files to other storage devices (hard drives, web servers, school servers, CDs, etc.) with the exception of Physics In Action podcast episodes is prohibited. The use of images, text and animations in other projects (including non-profit endeavors) is also prohibited. Requests for permission to use such material on other projects may be submitted in writing to info@aplusphysics.com. Licensing of the content of APlusPhysics.com for other uses may be considered in the future.

APlusPhysics Forums Terms of Use

NOTE TO MINORS: Internet safety is an ongoing concern. Although this is a student-centered website, it is available to the public. Therefore, it is important that you maintain your privacy while participating in the discussion forums. As such, you should never upload pictures of yourself onto the Internet or on-line services, nor should you ever give out identifying information such as your real name, address, or telephone number.

You agree, through your use of this forum, that you will not post any material which is false, defamatory, inaccurate, abusive, vulgar, hateful, harassing, obscene, profane, sexually oriented, threatening, invasive of a person's privacy, adult material, or otherwise in violation of any International or United States Federal law. You also agree not to post any copyrighted material unless you own the copyright or you have written consent from the owner of the copyrighted material. Spam, flooding, advertisements, chain letters, pyramid schemes, and solicitations are also forbidden on this forum.

Note that it is impossible for the staff or the owners of this forum to confirm the validity of posts. Please remember that we do not actively monitor the posted messages, and as such, are not responsible for the content contained within. We do not warrant the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information presented. The posted messages express the views of the author, and not necessarily the views of this forum, its staff, its subsidiaries, or this forum's owner. Anyone who feels that a posted message is objectionable is encouraged to notify an administrator or moderator of this forum immediately. The staff and the owner of this forum reserve the right to remove objectionable content, within a reasonable time frame, if they determine that removal is necessary. This is a manual process, however, please realize that they may not be able to remove or edit particular messages immediately. This policy applies to member profile information as well.

You remain solely responsible for the content of your posted messages. Furthermore, you agree to indemnify and hold harmless the owners of this forum, any related websites to this forum, its staff, and its subsidiaries. The owners of this forum also reserve the right to reveal your identity (or any other related information collected on this service) in the event of a formal complaint or legal action arising from any situation caused by your use of this forum. Blog content remains the property of the blog author, although APlusPhysics reserves the right to allow publication and syndication of subsets of materials of up to 400 words for publication, marketing, and advertising purposes.

You have the ability, as you register, to choose your username. We advise that you keep the name appropriate. With this user account you are about to register, you agree to never give your password out to another person except an administrator, for your protection and for validity reasons. You also agree to NEVER use another person's account for any reason. We also HIGHLY recommend you use a complex and unique password for your account, to prevent account theft.

After you register and login to this forum, you will be able to fill out a detailed profile. It is your responsibility to present clean and accurate information. Any information the forum owner or staff determines to be inaccurate or vulgar in nature will be removed, with or without prior notice. Appropriate sanctions may be applicable.

Also note that the forum & blogging software places a cookie, a text file containing bits of information (such as your username and password), in your browser's cache. This is used to keep you logged in/out.

Please be aware that with each post, your IP address is recorded, in the event that you need to be banned from this forum or your ISP contacted. This will happen at the sole discretion of the forum moderator. By registering, you agree fully to these terms as stated.

Privacy Policy

Third party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on a user's prior visits to this website. Google's use of the DART cookie enables it and its partners to serve ads to users based on their visit to this sites and/or other sites on the Internet. Users may opt out of the use of the DART cookie by visiting the advertising opt-out page. Any personal information received will only be used to fill your order. We will not sell or redistribute your information to anyone.

Electronic Book Download Usage Rights

Electronic book downloads are a license for a digital download of the PDF version for use by one person only on up to five electronic devices. This document may not be printed, edited, re-distributed, re-sold, or licensed to any other user. Once the file has been downloaded no refunds will be given.

Refund Policy (for Downloads)

All download sales are final. You are encouraged to contact the author to view a preview and ensure you fully understand the purpose and effect of the downloadable item as well as any licensing considerations prior to purchase. In limited circumstances Silly Beagle Productions may consider a credit in lieu of a refund. Please contact info@aplusphysics.com for a case-by-case review of your circumstances.

Refund Policy (for Goods)

Because all books are printed on demand, once an order is placed it cannot be canceled. If you are uncertain about a purchase, online previews of all materials are available my contacting the e-mail address listed at the top of this page.