Using computers in the library

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All Renfrewshire libraries have free access to computers and the Internet. Find out more about:

Computers can be used for:

• surfing the net
• downloading and editing your digital photos
• checking your e mail
• online banking and other online transactions
• homework and research

You will be using a public access computer that is used by many people, always tick the 'using public computer option' if one is provided on the web page, find out more about staying safe online from the BBC webwise website

Booking a computer

• When you use our computers, you must agree to our conditions of access relating to acceptable use .
• Library members can drop into any library in Renfrewshire and book a computer if one is available.
• They can be booked for up to two hours but demand can be high so if you need a computer for a specific time it's best to book in advance, either in person or over the phone.
• You will need your library ticket membership number for booking and logging on.

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Guest users

If you are not a member you may still be able to use a computer as a guest user. Guest users:

• cannot book in advance, the booking must be made in person at the library at the time of use
• require to show formal identification ie; bank card, passport or document showing your name and current address
• require to sign a form stating that you agree to our terms and conditions
• are restricted to thirty minutes and may have to wait until a computer is free.

Anyone can become a library member, so if you need to use a PC for more than occasional casual access it is better to join the library.

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Hardware and software

• Microsoft Office including Word, Powerpoint, and Excel
• Microsoft publisher which can be used for cards, invitations, certificates and more
• photo editing software
• media card readers to help you download images from your digital camera
• Printing facilities - charge applies
• scanners
• USB flash drives (memory sticks or data pens) for purchase

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Saving your work

• Please do not save onto the computer hard drive, files will be removed at regular intervals but until then they will be able to be viewed by other computer users. USB pens are for sale in all of our libraries
• Anything that you are able to download must be saved onto a USB pen or a CD
• USB pens, discs, and all other removable storage devices must be virus checked by library staff before use in a library computer

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Accessibility aids

• wheelchair friendly computer desks
• screen magnification
• large keyboards available on request
• if you have any particular requirements , please let us know and we will do our best to provide them

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For further information

• call in at any Renfrewshire library or
• email: libraries.els@renfrewshire.gov.uk , or
• telephone: 0141 887 3672 or
• fax : 0141 840 3004