Strathfield Library computers also provide word processing and are equipped with Microsoft Office products such as:
- Microsoft Word 2000
- Microsoft Excel 2000
- Microsoft Powerpoint 2000
- Computers
Strathfield Main Library has 16 public access computers. Computers are located on the 1st floor at the Main Library. There is lift access to this floor.
Free access to the internet via personal laptops or notebooks is available at Strathfield Main Library. You will need a Cat 5e or Cat 6 cable to connect. Please ask staff for assistance.
All public access computers have network printing and require a printing card. Cards can be obtained from Strathfield Library for $2. Printing costs 20 cents per copy (A4) or $2 per copy for colour printing.
Use of public access computers must be booked for maximum of one hour. To book a computer, please call the Main Library on 87620222 and have your borrowers card ready. You will be required to sign an internet registration form before access to computers is provided.
Visitors or non-members, including interstate and overseas visitors, can use the Library internet facilities as a one off service. Enquiries should be made at the reference desk on the 1st Floor.
Booking Public Access Internet
To make a booking to use a public internet terminal, you must book the Internet workstation either in-person or by telephone. Bookings will not be accepted via e-mail. Each patron is allowed 2 sessions per day at the Internet workstation. Sessions may either be 30 minutes or 1 hour. If no other patrons are waiting, an extension may be obtained. Bookings will be automatically cancelled 10 minutes after the booked time if the user has not logged on.
Patrons are required to have a current Strathfield Library Membership Card to claim a booking.
Patrons are required to check in at the Circulation Desk before accessing the Internet and must complete and sign an Internet Registration Form and agree to the terms and conditions contained in the Public Access to Internet Guidelines.
Visitors to Strathfield Library such as interstate or overseas visitors, who require one-time access should report to the Reference desk on Level 1 and complete an Internet Registration Form. Visitors are required to provide a current and valid form of identification prior to access being granted.
Children under the age of 18 require signed permission from parents or guardians to become a member of Strathfield Library and to use the public access internet service. Children under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during their first Internet session. Further use of the Internet workstation is the responsibility of the parent or guardian.
Using Internet Facilities
A minimal level of competence is required for users of the Internet workstation. Library staff do not offer Internet and basic computer operation training.
Library staff will instruct patrons in how to start the Internet browser. Staff will not provide any further instruction or perform searches for patrons.
The workstation is designed and intended for patrons with prior knowledge and some experience in using the Internet.
Printing
All terminals are linked to the Library’s network printers. Cost of printing is 20 cents per page for black and white and $2.00 for colour. A print card or recent library card is required.
Your Responsibilities
You must use the internet facility in accordance with Australian and International law. Use of the workstation for any illegal purposes including software piracy is not permitted.
If you fail to observe the guidelines for use of public internet in Strathfield Library, the Library may withdraw your access to library facilities.
You must not allow another person to use your identity when accessing internet facilities. Your internet registration is not transferable to another person and you must not disclose your password to another user.
The Library does not guarantee availability of the Internet or any sites at any time. The Library does not take responsibility for technical problems in accessing sites on the Internet, as it is beyond our control.
You should notify Library staff if you experience any problems with the equipment or with access to the Internet.
Software and Viruses
You must not install any software programs on the library’s computer. The Internet workstation is for Internet access only and Microsoft Office applications.
You must not knowingly create or propagate a virus or any other form of malicious software.
If you wish to use your own disk, CD-ROM or USB you must present the disk, CD-ROM or USB to Library staff for loading into the PC and automatic virus scan.
