Computers and Technology

Free High-Speed Internet and Computers

Please note: We are unable to offer public computer use at this time.  Please visit our Library Service Updates page for more information.

Computer stations provide access to the Internet and word processing programs.  Reserve a station with your Library card.

Quick Tips

• Sixty 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 through PrinterOn.
• 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.  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.