Information Technology in our Libraries

Computers in Libraries

There are 180 personal computers located in our libraries across the borough for use by members of the public.

Anyone visiting a library in Haringey can access the Internet and also a range of office software. For a small charge you can also print in black and white.

Personal computers are available on a first come first served basis. It is not possible to book them in advance.

Haringey Libraries have wireless Internet (Wi Fi) at all branches and this system enables users to bring in their own laptop and surf the Internet free of charge.

There are additional services for visually impaired users at Wood Green Central Library and Hornsey Library

• Check your local library for opening times and details of classes available (see find a library for your nearest library).

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Acceptable Usage Policy

We ask all Internet users to agree to our acceptable usage policy.

Acceptable Usage Policy for Haringey Libraries Computer Network

You are allowed to use this computer provided that your use is of an acceptable nature.

Acceptable Usage is defined as (but not limited to):

• Research
• Email
• Online retail
• School work, and
• Homework.

Non Acceptable Usage is defined as (but not limited to):

1. An activity which violates copyright or software licence agreements.
2. An activity, which changes, damages or destroys computer software, hardware or data belonging to Haringey Council.
3. An activity, which seeks to gain, unauthorised access to internal or external information systems, for whatever purpose.
4. Using the Internet for any illegal activity, or for the purpose of libel, slander or harassment.
5. Sending, receiving or displaying text or graphics which may be reasonably construed to be obscene or offensive.
6. Sending material which is intended or likely to cause annoyance or inconvenience to the recipient.

The term Computer is defined as the whole workstation (CPU, keyboard, mouse, monitor, speakers, headphones, CDs, disk drives, CD drives, etc.)

The term Activity is defined at the discretion of the Systems Manager of Haringey Libraries, Archives and Museum Service.

If you break the terms in this Acceptable Usage Policy or use this computer for 'non acceptable usage' then you may be removed from the network without prior warning.

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