Computers & Software
The Central Falls Library has a computer lab consisting of 9 computers. We also have 5 computers upstairs in our reference area with 1 online public access computer (OPAC) to access the Millennium database of statewide materials for patron convenience.

Six of the nine lab computers have CD burners and the library has CD-Rs available for sale. These machines also have a special Spanish profile with Spanish keyboards for use. All of our lab computers have headphones and webcams so that you can voice and video chat with family and friends around the world. Our staff can help you learn how to do this, just ask us! Headsets are available for sale, too, so you can listen to your favorite music while you surf the web.

Printers

We have two functioning printers for black and white printouts.

Internet Access

Full Internet access is available on all our computers.

Rules & Regulations

• All patrons must sign up before using the computers with a valid library card.
   
• Copies are 10¢ for B&W pages. The Library does not offer color printing.
   
• Formatted disks are available for purchase at a price of 50¢.
   
• The library uses the Websense Internet filter as per CIPA compliance.
   
• Time limits are 1/2 hour upstairs and 1 hour downstairs. Preference is given (when possible) for those doing homework. If your time expires you may stay on the computer until someone else signs up.
   
• The library is a public place and, while we do not wish to censor, the library staff has the authority to END AN ONLINE SESSION WHEN MATERIAL DEEMED INAPPROPRIATE is displayed on screen.
   
• Use of your own software programs is prohibited.
   
• The Library does not allow the downloading of programs from the Internet.
   
• Computer users may not violate any Federal or State Law or regulations.
   
• Computer users are not allowed to delete, add to, or modify currently installed software.
   
• Computers are shut down half an hour before the closing of the library.
   
• Children must have a basic understanding of the computer and the ability to read in order to use the Internet computers.
   
• The computer lab is a place of quiet study; therefore, there is no talking allowed while using the computers.
   
• Violation of any of these rules will result in the immediate forfeiture of Internet privileges.