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1. Can children use your computers?

Children ages 13 and under may use the computers in the Children’s Room and in TEENeSCAPE. They may not use the computers in the main Computer Corral.

2. Can I print?

Yes, we offer both black-and-white and color printing. There is a $0.10 per page fee for black-and-white printing, and a $0.50 per page fee for color printing.

You may also print from flash drives.

3. Can I reserve a computer in advance?

Absolutely, call the Library at 608-222-6127 to schedule your session for the current day, the next day, or the following day. You may also create your own reservation online by logging onto MyPC. When you first log in select "Monona Public Library" from the "Site" menu.

4. Can I save files to a flash drive?

You may save files to a flash drive on most of the library’s computers. You may not save to a CD, as all CD-drives are disabled on library computers

5. Do you have time limits for computer use?

Yes, currently, patrons may have one 2 hour session on Monona Public Library computers each day. Additional time may be granted by library staff if no patrons are waiting to use a computer.

6. Do you offer help with computers or provide training with specific software?

Library staff can provide brief explanations or other assistance. However, due to staff and time constraints, we cannot provide substantial one-on-one training. The library does provide computer informational workshops periodically. Also, the Book a Librarian service will allow you to schedule time with the Library's Public Services Librarian for uninterrupted tutorials on various computer tasks.

7. How many computers are available for use by the public?

The Monona Public Library currently offers nine internet and word processing terminals. Six are located in the computer corral, next to the DVD and CD shelves. One is located in one of the study rooms. Two are located in TEENeSCAPE.

8. I want to listen to music or watch an online video. Do you have headphones I can borrow?

Yes, we have headphones available to check out for in-library use. Just ask at the main desk.

9. What programs and operating system are on your computers?

The library’s computers run Windows 7. All public computers have Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Adobe Reader available to use.

10. Who can use the library’s computers?

Anyone with a library card from an SCLS member library may use Monona Public Library’s computers. You will log onto the computers by entering the barcode on the back of your library card and your PIN. Visitors to the library from outside the SCLS service area may obtain a temporary internet pass upon presenting identification.