Public Computers
Public Computers
The City of Sydney Library provides access to self-serve computers and printers (scanners at Customs House only). The library also provides computer training.
Beginner's Web, Beginner's Email, Advanced Topics, Social Communication, Excel, Word
Self-Serve Public Computers
Email, Web, Word Processing
Self-serve computers are available to the public across the City of Sydney Library Network.
There are 3 options to access the Internet at the library:
1. Internet 'Research' Only
Free web browsing for research is available at all branches (no email access). Free public access, no card required.
2. Self-serve Email, Internet and Word Processing
Use email, the Internet and word processing by buying a charge card at the front desk. Library members (with a charge card) can then use these computers free of charge, non-members pay for each half hour. No bookings are necessary.
Email, web and word processing computers are available at Customs House, Glebe, Haymarket, Kings Cross, Newtown, Ultimo and Waterloo. Printing is available.
- Self-serve scanners are available at Customs House Library (2 on the ground floor, 2 in the main Reading Room, Level 2).
- You can use your own USB or floppy disk. Floppy disks are available for sale at the main desk.
3. Free Wireless Internet
Visitors can now jump online at various locations thanks to a new Free Wireless Internet. Why not grab your laptop and drop in to Customs House, Glebe, Newtown, Ultimo, Haymarket, Kings Cross, Surry Hills, Town Hall, and Waterloo Libraries and connect to the Internet free of charge.
N.B: Please check the conditions of use. Customers must use battery-operated laptops. Free Internet access using the library's computers is also available.
Printing
- Black and white printing is available at Customs House, Glebe, Haymarket, Kings Cross, Newtown, Ultimo and Waterloo. Colour printing is available at Customs House
- Click here for printing fees
- No printing available at Town Hall Library Link and Pyrmont Link
- The printing fee is deducted from your charge card
Software & Hardware
- Windows XP
- Microsoft Office 2000 (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
- Microsoft Explorer
- Laser printing
- PC's
Conditions of Use
Public Internet Access
City of Sydney Library Network operates under the provision of the NSW Library Act 1939 its amendments and regulations.
- Users of the Internet must follow the directions of library staff
- Access and use of the Internet by children (under 16) is the responsibility of the child’s parent or guardian
- Laptops - users must provide their own battery operated laptops to use the wireless Internet service
- The Internet must not be used for ; The display of material that is pornographic, obscene, in bad taste or which may be found offensive - The display of material or any act that may incite hatred or violence - Any illegal act or relating to any illegal act
- City of Sydney Library has no control over the content of the Internet and reminds users that some such content may be offensive to other library users.
- City of Sydney takes no responsibility for the security of personal or any other information users may choose to place on the Internet i.e. through Internet banking or by filling out any forms on the Internet
- Users must adhere to all relevant legislation including copyright laws and licensing agreements
Inappropriate use of the Internet may result in cancellation of Internet access or further action including banning from the library.
Computer Training
1. Beginner's guide to the internet – Free
In this two hour course, learn how to use the internet for research and recreational purposes, understand terminology, perform basic searches, evaluate information found on the internet.
Knowledge of how to use the mouse and finding your way around the computer is a prerequisite. Bookings are essential as spaces are limited.
| Locations | Dates 2009 | Times |
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| Customs House | Tuesday 2 June | 10.30am – 12.30pm |
| Kings Cross | Friday 5 June | 10.30am – 12.30pm |
| Surry Hills | Tuesday 2 June | 2.00pm – 4.00pm |
| Bookings - contact library staff on (02) 9265 9292 during business hours or email library@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au |
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2. Beginner’s email – Free
In this two hour course, learn how to use web mail services, create and receive emails, with and without attachments, set up a web mail account with contact and distribution lists, organise email folders, protect yourself against junk mail.
| Locations | Dates 2009 | Times |
|---|---|---|
| Customs House | Thursday 11 June | 2.00pm – 4.00pm |
| Kings Cross | Friday 12 June | 10.30am – 12.30pm |
| Surry Hills | Thursday 11 June | 2.00pm – 4.00pm |
| Bookings - contact library staff on (02) 9265 9292 during business hours or email library@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au |
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3. Special Topics in Advanced Research
$15 for non-members/free for members.
In this two hour course, learn how to: search for information on a particular topic, use different search strategies, use the library catalogue and online databases.
| Locations | Dates 2009 | Times |
|---|---|---|
| Customs House | Tuesday 16 June (Health) | 10.30am – 12.30pm |
| Kings Cross | Friday 19 June (Health) | 10.30am – 12.30pm |
| Surry Hills | Tuesday 16 June (Health) | 2.00pm – 4.00pm |
| Bookings - contact library staff on (02) 9265 9292 during business hours or email library@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au |
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4. Social Communication
$15 for non-members/free for members.
In this two hour course, learn how to: describe and set up a blog, navigate and set up an account in MySpace, Facebook, and Flickr, tag using del.icio.us. Bookings are essential as spaces are limited.
| Locations | Dates 2009 | Times |
|---|---|---|
| Customs House | Thursday 25 June | 2.00pm – 4.00pm |
| Kings Cross | Friday 26 June | 10.30am – 12.30pm |
| Surry Hills | Tuesday 25 June | 2.00pm – 4.00pm |
| Bookings - contact library staff on (02) 9265 9292 during business hours or email library@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au |
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4. Excel 2003
Afternoon tea provided. $20 for non-members / free for members.
In this full day course, learn how to: recognise the Excel screens,
use a simple workbook and adjust worksheets, select ranges, copy
and fill data , reference, format cells, work with functions, chart,
label, link share workbooks and protect data. Basic ability to use
a computer is a prerequisite for this course.
Bookings are essential as spaces are limited.
| Locations | Dates 2009 | Times |
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5 February - Class Full - |
10.00am – 4.00pm |
| Surry Hills | 18 June - Class Full - | 10.00am – 4.00pm |
| Bookings - contact library staff on (02) 9265 9292 during business hours or email library@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au |
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5. Word 2003
Afternoon tea provided. $20 for non-members / free for members.
In this full day course, learn how to: navigate the Word 2003 screen, enter text, conduct a basic format, use fields, produce a flyer or card and do a mail merge. Basic ability to use a computer is a prerequisite for this course. Bookings are essential as spaces are limited.
| Locations | Dates 2009 | Times |
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5 March - Class Full - |
10.00am – 4.00pm |
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| Surry Hills | 21 May - Class Full - | 10.00am – 4.00pm |
| Bookings - contact library staff on (02) 9265 9292 during business hours or email library@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au |
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Last Updated: Thursday 4 June, 2009
