Computers for patron use in the
Children’s Department require a Woodridge Library card, and are for use by
children through 8th grade. Parents accompanied by children may also
use the computers in the Children’s Department, provided they have a Woodridge
library card and have signed the Internet agreement. Children 3rd
grade and older must have their own Woodridge library card, and sign an Internet
agreement in order to use these computers. Children under 3rd grade
must have a parent seated with them when they use a computer. When all computers
are occupied, a waiting list will be maintained for the next available computer.
Signup for computers is on a first come basis, there is no advanced registration
for computer use.
OPACs - These three computers are
for searching the SWAN online catalog only. These computers
are available to all patrons and do not require signing an agreement or signing
up to use. Classes on how to search the online catalog are offered. Call the
Children’s Reference Desk at (630) 964-7899 or check the
computer class schedule for dates and times. Classes are for 4th -
6th graders and their parents.
Internet/Databases - These three
computers allow patrons to use the Internet, access the library’s online
databases, and do word processing. These computers do not have filters. The
Internet defaults to the Yahooligans screen, which is a children’s search
engine. Patrons may navigate to other search engines or sites of their choosing.
A Woodridge library card and signed Internet agreement are required to use these
computers. Signup is also required, and patrons are allowed a one hour block of
time for use. Call the Children’s Reference Desk at (630) 964-7899 or check the
computer class schedule for classes on
e-mail, and searching the Internet. Classes are for 4th - 6th
graders and their parents.
Word Processing - These two
computers are not connected to the Internet, but allow patrons to create
documents in word processing. The computers support Word, WordPerfect, and
AppleWorks, which are programs used in the District 68 schools. Users must sign
an agreement, and signup for a one hour block of time.
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