• Customers with a valid library card may use computers in the library for up to three (3) hours each day.
• All of our computers are managed by software to ensure everyone has fair and equal access to library computers.
• When you log in to a computer with your library card barcode and PIN, the computer keeps track of time for you. You may use up to 3 hours per day (all at once, or in several sessions). An on-screen timer will help you keep track of your available time.
• Anytime you are asked for your barcode you need to enter all 14 digits without any spaces. Your PIN is a 4 digit number (this is usually the last 4 digits of your phone number on file).
• Public computers are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Public computers, 1 Mac and multiple Windows, all have Internet Explorer and Chrome for web browsing, and Microsoft Office 2016 (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).  
• The library has laptops and iPads available for 7-day check-out for patrons,18 years of age or older, with a current library account. Patrons must fill out a form when checking-out one of these items.
• All residents within our library district are encouraged to apply for a Louisburg library card. Visitors to our library may obtain a guest pass at the front desk to access the computers for 3 hours. Guest passes are issued on an individual, daily basis.
• Catalog-only computers and iPads for searching for library materials are available throughout the library.  These have access to our Catalog, Fantastic Fiction and our library website.
• Library cards are not transferable; each customer must use his/her own library card to access the computer.
• Please read and understand the library’s internet use policy.

Accessories

• USB flash drives can be used with public computers.
• USB drives are available for purchase at the front desk for $1 for a 4GB (gigabyte) device.
• 3.5 inch floppy disks are not supported
• Speakers are not provided on public computers. You may bring your own headphones or purchase earbuds at the front desk for $1.

Wireless Internet Access

• The Library provides wireless internet access to everyone.
• When you are at the library locate any one of the 5 Library Guest Access Points “ Library Guest ” in your Wi-Fi network listing on your laptop computer, tablet or phone. You will be prompted for a Password which is “ Library1” If you have questions, staff will be able to help on a limited basis.