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Computers and internet access

The library has three areas with computers for student use.

Computer lab -- 34 computers (Drop-in hours vary weekly.  Check schedule.)
Entrance lobby area -- 7 computers for brief use
Reference and reading room area -- 32 computers

Internet access is available at each computer. 

Laptop computers -- Students can use personal laptops in the library to access the Internet. Wireless access and connecting with an ethernet cable at reading room lamp jacks is available.  Users must comply with appropriate use policies and the Library Users' Rights and Responsibilities.
 

Copy Machines

Copy machines are located across the lobby from the Circulation & Reserve Desk, in Rm. L217. Color copies are now available. (B&W copies are 15˘, each side.  Color copies are 80˘, each side) Copy machines accept  Cash Cards,  DVC Connect Cards (Student ID card), coins. and dollar bills up to $20.00.  Add value to the printing cards in the copy machine room, L217 or at the print station in Information Commons of the Library.

Elevator

The elevator is located near the entry stairs.  

Interlibrary Loan

Faculty members, staff and students can use the Interlibrary Loan service to obtain materials from other libraries.  Ask for assistance at the Reference & Research Desk. 

Lost and Found

Personal belongings found in the Library are kept at the Circulation & Reserve Desk for a short time and then sent to Police Services.

Media Services

The DVC audiotapes, videos and DVDs are listed in the ALICE library catalog. Search the entire DVC Collection or  limit to the Media Collection. The collections themselves are available for use in the Media Services Department on the first floor of the library building.

Printing

Printing from library computers costs 10˘ per page using a Cash Card or DVC Connect Card (Student ID card).  Add value to the card in the copy machine room, L217 or at the print station in Information Commons of the library.

Restrooms

Public restrooms are located near the Library's entrance. 

Stapler, Hole Punch, etc. 

A stapler, hole punch, and a paper cutter are available in the copy machine room, L217.

Study Rooms for Group Use

Eight study rooms are available for groups of two to seven persons. There is a 2 hour per day maximum per group. Sign up at the Circulation & Reserve Desk. 

Telephone

A pay phone is located outside the Forum, lower level of the Library building and a phone for the hearing impaired is located in the Cafeteria.

 


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