Laurel House FAQ, part 9:

Computers

  1. What kind of computers are available for use by members?
  2. What kind of printers are available for use by members?
  3. Can I dial into the university or an Internet service provider from these machines?
  4. Is there any extra cost to use the computers?
  5. Is there a scanner available for for use by members?
  6. Is software installed to support languages other than English?

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9.1 What kind of computers are available for use by members?
The house has computers available 24 hours/day for use by members. All machines are connected by a local area network and have common office software. Please see the Laurel House Fact Sheet for detailed specifications.

Members may sign up in advance in two hour blocks for computer time on any of the machines. Members using the machines for classwork are given priority over members using the machines for other purposes.

9.2 What kind of printers are available for use by members?
A black and white laser printer is networked to all the machines. Please see the Laurel House Fact Sheet for detailed specifications. Toner, ink, and paper are supplied by the house.

9.3 Can I connect to the university or an Internet service provider from these machines?
Yes. The house has a high-speed connection to the Internet. Please see the Laurel House Fact Sheet for detailed specifications.

9.4 Is there any extra cost to use the computers?
No. The computers are available at no additional cost.

9.5 Is there a scanner available for for use by members?
Yes. A color flatbed scanner is connected to one of the PCs. Common image scanning and editing software is also available. Please see the Laurel House Fact Sheet for detailed specifications.

9.6 Is software installed to support languages other than English?
Yes. The machines have several fonts installed for languages that do not use the Roman alphabet. Also many of the office applications have proofing tools for a wide range of languages. Please see the Laurel House Fact Sheet for detailed specifications.

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Laurel House Co-op / Austin, Texas, USA / last updated 28 March 2005
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