Computers

Log on/off

Logging on

• Each time you log on you will be asked to agree to our acceptable use policy
• Users are allowed a maximum of 60 minutes access a day
• Time cannot be banked and carried over to other days
• A session may be extended at the discretion of library staff

Logging off

• You will receive an on screen warning 10 minutes and 2 minutes before the end of your session
• The computer will automatically log off before the next session
• Remember to save your work on your own portable data storage device
•  Do not save any of your work on to the computer hard drive
• To protect your privacy and data security, all computers will automatically delete local user files and web history

Registering

• If you’re not yet a library member, join online or visit a library to get started
• If you are under 13 you will need a parent/carers permission to use the internet
• On joining you will need to set a PIN to use the computers

Booking a computer

• You can book a computer up to 7 days in advance
• Staff can reserve a session for you within the library
• You can reserve a computer from home by ringing your local library (you will need your library barcode number)
• Please remember to cancel if you are unable to attend your booking
• Reserved computers will become automatically available after 8 minutes
• If your booking lapses your time allowance will be used for the day
• To protect your privacy and data security, all computers will automatically delete local user files and web history

Printing

• A4/A3 black and white and colour printing is charged at a standard rate per side
• Fees and charges are on display in all libraries

Wifi

• You do not need to be a library member to use the WiFi
• Please note that the library WiFi network is a filtered service and is unsecured
• We recommend that you do not transfer confidential information, such as financial details or passwords
• We recommend that your equipment has adequate security and anti-virus protection installed
• Find out more about our charges

Computers

• As a Walsall library member you can use our full range of computer services
• Temporary visitor passes can be issued by library staff, for a small charge
• You need to bring your library card number and your PIN (Personal Identification Number)