Computer and Internet access

Merton Libraries provides free (Peoples Network) computing and internet facilities to library members. Remember, it is free and easy to join – Join Online now.

You will need your membership card and a PIN number to use the computers and can book a computer for up to one hour per day. Library users can request a time extension for the use of a computer. This must be done in person to a staff member and is subject to availability and approval.

Book online to reserve a computer up to 7 days in advance.

Computer support

We run a range of training courses in libraries to help you develop your skills in the use of computers. For further details see the events calendar. Our team of volunteer and staff IT trainers are always happy to help with any problems and can, subject to availability, provide support and training on a one-to-one basis.

Printing

All Merton Library public access computers are connected to a printer.  See fees and charges for charges applied for printing services. All print outs are held in a queue and released once the customer has paid the relevant charge at the enquiry desk.

Web filtering

Restrictions are in place to prevent access to inappropriate material and block certain web sites that may cause offence. Web filtering however is not an exact science and you may come across a website that you believe to be incorrectly blocked or unsuitable for viewing. We appreciate that this can be frustrating and inconvenient and ask that in either situation, you speak to a staff member in the first instance who will look into the possibility of unblocking or blocking the site in question as appropriate.

Child safety on the internet guidelines

The government has published models of good practice for child safety on the internet and the second phase of the 'safer surfing' awareness campaign. For more on safe surfing visit: the thinkuknow website.

See the People's Network website for more details and the People's Network Acceptable Use Policy.