Computers and Technology

Free High-Speed Internet and Computers

Computer stations provide access to the Internet and word processing programs.  At this time, computers can be used for up to forty-five minutes per day per person and require a valid Library card to reserve a station.

Quick Tips

• Forty-five minutes per day
• Black and white printing is available for $0.25 per page
• Colour printing is available for $1.00 per page
• Mobile printing from home and work is now available.
• Our copier also scans documents to email free of charge.  Ask staff for details.
• Visitors to Orillia may use the public computers at no charge. "Out-of-Town" ID may be required as proof of non-Orillia residence.
• Customers are responsible for saving their own materials to a private device, such as a USB memory stick.
• A 15 minute "quick access" terminal is available.
  
  *PLEASE NOTE:  The Library's public computers shut down ten minutes before close.

Our Library computers have the following software installed:

• Microsoft Office 2010 (including Excel/Word/PowerPoint/Access)
• Web browser: Internet Explorer 10
• Windows Media Player
• Windows Picture & Fax Viewer
• Adobe Reader
• USB ports  

Wi-Fi

The Library offers wireless internet service free of charge.  (Please note: At this time, the Wi-Fi is not available to use for an extended period as we are encouraging customers to limit their visit.  You may wish to use a public computer as an alternative.) Wireless/mobile printing is also available. 

VHS-to-Digital Conversion Station

Our VHS-to-Digital conversion station allows you to make copies of your personal VHS recordings. Bring in a blank, recordable DVD-R disk or a USB stick (or buy one from us), as well as your VHS tapes. Follow the steps and create a digital copy ready for playback.

Email us or call 705-325-2556 to make an appointment or for more details. (Appointments are limited to one hour per day/per person at this time.)

Please note: This machine is for use with personal VHS recordings only. Duplication of licensed work is an infringement of copyright law and is not permitted.