Computers
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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)
Download list
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Acceptable Use Policy (Jan 2022)Download PDF (176.24 KB)