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Computer stations & software

Both the Mearns - McPherson Library and the Priestly Library have drop-in computer stations distributed throughout the main floors. Most of the computer stations are Windows machines. There are a few Macs towards the back of the first floor of Mearns - McPherson.

Anybody can use our computer workstations. You will need to sign in with your Netlink ID. For guest access, visit the Ask Us Desk

All our computers have a standard set of productivity software installed. Some computers in Mearns - McPherson also have specialty software, including ArcGIS, Adobe Acrobat Pro and Creative Cloud.

Learn more about our computer labs below. The linked pages provide information about:

  • location and number of computers within the building
  • furniture and layout
  • real-time availability of work stations
  • accessibility
  • printing, scanning and copying
  • installed software

By using our computers, you agree to abide by our Public Computer Use Policy.

Mearns - McPherson computers

 We also have an increasing number of work stations with monitors only, so you can connect your own laptop to a larger screen. Find laptop docking locations.

Priestly computers