Computers and IT services

Computers, with internet access, are at all borough libraries.

• You need to accept our Acceptable Use policy when you log-in to library computers.
• Computers are switched off 15 minutes before closing time.
• Filtering software prevents access to illegal and offensive websites.
• We cannot guarantee the complete exclusion of undesirable material.

Free access to 

• Reliable, trusted information (24-hours) with free online resources. 
• Some websites and Microsoft Office on adult computers; free for 60 minute sessions. 
• Sessions can be extended, subject to computer availability. 
• Free WiFi available in all borough libraries.

Using Computers

• All borough libraries have computers, with access to the internet, you will need your membership card to use them. 
• Library members with an Advantage card, get 45 minutes free access per day and can pay for additional time in 30 minute blocks. 
• If you're a library member, without an Advantage card, you can pay to use computers in 30 minute blocks. 
• If you're age 12-17yrs, you get 45 minutes free access per day and additional 30 minute blocks for free, subject to computer availability. 
• Purchase of computing time is subject to computer availability.

Booking computers

• Ask staff, or ring your library, to book a computer up to seven days in advance. 
• At Ascot, Maidenhead and Windsor libraries, you can book, extend and print from your session on our self-service kiosk. 
• Bookings can be made without payment. 
• You must pay for your session before you can use the computer. 
• Any unused minutes in a charged session cannot be carried forward or refunded. 
• Any new session needs to be requested/booked and paid for before use. 

Using IT equipment

• Free WiFi available in all borough libraries.
• Pay to print documents in black and white (or colour) at all libraries. 
• Use document scanners at all static libraries.
• Search for items on catalogue computer at Maidenhead, Windsor and Cox Green libraries.
• Use USB memory sticks with computers.
• Power sockets available for laptops. 
• Use Dolphin screen magnification and screen reading software on some computers in every library.