Internet access & computers
- There is no charge to use the computers and the Internet at Salford libraries, and it’s easy to join - simply fill in a form and start surfing!
- All children must have parental consent to use the computers and we recommend children aged eight and under be accompanied by a parent or carer.
- You don’t need to book (but booking is advisable at busy periods) and there are self-service terminals in most libraries.
- You can use a computer for 45 minutes, and sessions may be extended in 15 minute periods if there are computers available
- We can help you use the computers if you are a beginner, and there are computer classes for beginners in some libraries.
- You can print in colour or black & white and some libraries have scanners for you to scan your documents and photos. All prints must be paid for on collection.
- You can download files from the Internet and save them onto your own discs or memory sticks, and you can buy blank CDs at the library.
- Read our Terms and conditions of use. We will need you to sign to confirm you accept them when you join.
- Read our Health and safety guide for useful advice on safe use of computer equipment.
Booking
- You can book a computer up to one week in advance, for a maximum of one session per day. Sessions may be extended in 15 minute periods if there are no computers available
- Booking may not always be necessary - computers may be available if no-one has booked them.
- You must bring your membership card each time you wish to use the computers. If you do not have your card you may not be able to use a computer.
- If you are more than 10 minutes late for a booked session the computer will be made available to other users
- You can use 'Zoomtext Xtra' software which has a screen magnifier which will enlarge words and pictures on the screen, and text-to-speech software which will read back to you documents, emails and webpages.
- You can use a keyboard that has larger letters and numbers if you find the black keyboards too dark, and use a trackball type mouse that you can control with the palm of your hand if you find our small ones difficult to grip.
- You can use height-adjustable desks so please tell us if find the other ones too low.
Please don't struggle - staff can help you at any stage, just ask!
Also, ICT in the community are able to offer ‘free’ computer classes in lots of venues around the city.
This page was last updated on 28 August 2007
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