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COVID-19 update: Computer access is currently limited to two hours per day. If you need help using the computer, please bring someone with you to support you. If you're bringing someone with you, please call the library during their opening times and book a computer with additional space.
All libraries in Wiltshire offer access to computers with broadband internet connection and printing facilities. Visitors can be given temporary access to a computer for a short time with proof of identity. You will be asked to agree to our conditions of use.
If you wish to use your own laptop, tablet or smart phone, you can connect to the WiltsOnline public Wi-FI in all Wiltshire libraries. Printing is not available over Wi-Fi but the library computers can be used for printing.
Internet Explorer
Google Chrome
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Publisher
USB ports
Writable CD drives
Black and white printing (10p charge per print)
Colour printing - only available in Chippenham, Salisbury and Trowbridge (£1 charge per print)
Access to all online resources Wiltshire libraries subscribe to such as Ancestry Institution
Scanning facilities (selected machines only)
Screen magnification software for visually impaired users (selected machines only)
If you live or work in Wiltshire, you will need a Wiltshire library card. If you're not yet a member, visit the Join the library page to find out how to join
All new members will be given a PIN*, you will need this to use a computer
Once you are a member of Wiltshire libraries you are able to book a computer in advance, just phone your local library. You will need your library card number to do this
Visitors to Wiltshire may use the system on production of adequate identification (e.g. passport, driving licence, ID card). A donation for use will be requested
Library staff will be happy to give you basic help and support when using a computer
If you have never used a computer before or if you need more advanced help, you may need to attend a training course. Library staff may be able to direct you to an appropriate course in your area
Learning Curve run free Get Online courses for anyone who is over 19 and claiming work related benefits. For more information, contact Learning Curve on 01225 792500
All Internet access on library computers is filtered; this is to prevent access to offensive or illegal websites
If you find that you can access a website you believe should be blocked, please report it to a member of library staff
If you find a site that you believe should be available, please ask a member of library staff to request that it is unblocked
Children under 16 must become library members
Computer access will be granted once a parent or guardian has visited a library and completed a Parental Consent Form
If a parent or guardian withdraws consent before a child becomes 16 access will be not be permitted
The responsibility for monitoring the material accessed by children remains with the parent/guardian
Children under 13 will not have access to any social networking sites
Young people aged 13 -16 will only be able to access social networking sites with a signed Social Networking - Parental Consent Form