Internet Access

• Marvin Memorial Library offers internet access to the public via:

• • 11 public computer workstations
    • Please note that due to COVID-19 we are currently limiting the number of computers available.
  • Wi-Fi access on patron laptops or wireless devices within the library

Internet Use Policies/Information

Current Procedures/Information

• We are currently limiting computer use to 45 minute appointments due to COVID-19 and new cleaning procedures.
• Call or stop by the front desk to reserve your spot.
• Please stop by the front desk to sign-in before logging into the computer.
• If you have run out of time for the day, you may ask to have your time extended at the front desk if there are no other users waiting.

General Computer Procedures

• If you would like to listen to music or watch videos online, bring a pair of headphones from home and please remember to mute the volume on the computer when you are finished.
• 2-person limit per computer. Staff members may periodically verify a visitor’s permission to be with you.

Saving/Downloading material

• Do not download programs/plug-ins/upgrades to the computer. This is further enforced by programs already on our computers. If you find that our computers are not working properly or would like to recommend programs that would enhance library services, please consult a staff member.
• You may download pictures, documents, sounds, and movies to flash drives/cell phones/other external devices as long as there is: 1) no copyright infringement 2) not being used for illegal purposes 3) not being used to threaten or intimidate other people.
• You may save documents/images/videos TEMPORARILY to our hard drives while you are working with them, but you must delete them before your computer session ends. Saving files can take up data storage and make the computers run more slowly.
• Thumbnail/Flash drives are permitted in our systems. This is currently the best removable data storage medium.