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Libraries - Computers and the Internet

 

Computers are available at all branches for you to access your email, software packages, information, social networking and entertainment sites. There are also a variety of services and special sites that can be accessed by library members from home at your 24 hour library.

What equipment is available in libraries?

  • All libraries provide public computers for adults & children to use. 
  • All the PC's have CD / DVD writers and run on Windows 7.
  • All libraries have scanning facilities
  • In Bath Central Library we also have a Quiet PC (Need to book PC at the staff counter)

How you can use the library computers and internet.

 Can I bring in my own equipment to use in the library?

  Can anyone use the computers & other IT facilities?

  Do I need to book first?

  How to book a session.

  What software packages are available?

  Can I access the internet and / or check my emails?

  What happens if a site I need to access is blocked?  (see the IT Policy section)

  What library services can I access online?

  What special sites can I use by being a library member?

  How do I access the free websites and what do they cover?

  What services do you charge for?

  What are the charges?

 Do I qualify for concessions?

  How do I pay?

  What happens when I want to access a “chargeable” facility?

  When do library computer sessions end?

  What can I do if I think a site should be added to the free access list?

  Will I get a refund if I don't use all the time I've booked or if there's a problem with the    system?  

  Can I do a course?  

 

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