USE COMPUTERS? GET CONNECTED WITH SAM?

Beginning July 1, Norfolk Public Library's public computers will be managed by SAM
(Smart Access Manager).

You will need your library card and Pin to access these features.

* Use and reserve a Pc Online, making sign up sheets obsolete.

* Begin your computer session when you type in your library card number, ensuring you a full session regardless of when you begin using the computer.

* Manager and pay for your printing. SAM will notify you of how many pages are sheduled for printing. You will have the option of canceling print jobs or modifying them so that you print only Those pages you wish to keep. To pay for printing you will have to make a non-refunadable deposit into a SAM account.

What does it mean limited time for you to use the internet?

What happen if the computer station empty? Will I be able to use the internet. I have to enter my SAM ACCOUNT password.

please help what does this mean? What is going to happen?

not a very happy with these new library computer policy

I guess I have to walk 3 different library branch location everyday. If this thing work??

to get more time in the library.

I done it before

It doesn't say how long one session can last so me thinks it would be best to walk to the counter and ask one of the librariens what those changes really mean for you as a user

Doesn't sound all too bad imho

Im still waiting for my job offer.

Im still waiting my dad to refer my old job.

It has been 2 month. It is going take a long time to go my job.

I depress I want to get my own computer.

i want you to get your own computer too.

go mow lawns or something davidbugs

Start collecting cans and other stuff I think you will make decent money off that

SAS'd ya Davidbugs for that computer fund ...
this is the site for the company that markets the SAM software ... may be of a help to you ....
http://www.comprisetechnologies.com/libraries.htm

Edited to say I SAS'd the thread cuz I'm SAS happy and in case anybody is saving up for some new peripherals ...

Edited again to add the link and to say I'm off to SAS Karlee ...

DBugs, it is not so bad, except the time limit. My local library uses something like this now, and you get logged off after acertain amount of time. If there is no one waiting to use the computers then you can log back in. The time limit at my library has always been 30 minutes, which kinda stinks, hopefully it is more than that at your library.

Been SASsing Ya'll too!

Trying to make up for not feeling so good earlier, and not clickin' people earlier.

I sassed ya too, davidbugs I had to use a public library for net access too for quite a while before I got my own pc, so I know how frustrating it can be with the different policies. Good luck

daviebugs dont worry to much...

it should be ok me thinks

just continue to use until the policy kicks in...

just wait n see...

no need to stress out now...

go outside ...and rake some leafs...

The main reason changes.

The Library going to add Filters on the computer. Since Children can go to adult sites without a problem.

I seen 7-9 yrs old in the library were going to Adult websites without blocking them.
Nude Adult picture. Im not lying. I seen it several time.

The adult have an option to ask for Filter to turn off.

Sometimes my boss looks almost over my shoulder (he can see the corner of my screen if he really tries to) so thats invading my privacy too - I mean, cant I make some money in PEACE???

Daviebugs, dont stress, and go get a job! Any job!

Im only using gptr to extra money.

Im worry this library will limit how many minutes I could use the internet.

If they are a lot computer station is empty. But i can't use it. It is not fair

I know it is a great rule for YOung Children. They would not be able to access to a very bad websites at all.

Im just worry about what if all computer station is empty. But I want to use it again since I reach my time limit.

SInce I would not use the library computer and spent less time doing gptr and getpaidforum.

Daviebugs, maybe it will all be fine, are there usually queues of people waiting for the computers?

2 MORE DAYS TO GO UNTIL JULY 1, 2004

I HEARD ONLY 20 MINUTES TO USE THE COMPUTER.

for davidbugs

davidbugs, I'm sure they will let you use computers if there is no one waiting. They must know you by now.
or rent one at rent-a-center!!

David, make sure you read over their new policy carefully. They may not allow you to use their computers to make money in any way.

My college came down on the students last year because of some sites that were created. (I don't remember exactly what they were, but they were profit sites of some sort.) Although they were up long before the students came back to school, the IT department disabled the entire campus's connections until the students agreed to take down the sites. It's buried in their IT policy that their networks are not to be used for profit in any way, shape, or form.


I doubt a public library would really dig that deep, but just to be on the safe side, check it out.


Chelly

For heaven's sake, have you asked the librariens if you can use the computers 20min X 20min or even 20min X 20min X 20min if there's no one waiting for their turn?

I bet you haven't......

So ask them how it's going to be and don't just rely on the new policy before you know for sure!!!

Yep, not accusing anyone here, it's just that this subject has been brought up so many times and David still hasn't asked (?) the librariens if it will be ok to use the computers more than just 20 minutes per day

Before he does ask I don't think he should be complaining here about the new policy, that's my point.

Then if they say it's not possible even if there's no one else using are wanting to use the computers I think it's more than ok to complain about it

I agree with Pia. Just ask the librarians if it may be possible, since no one is using the computer, to use it for 20 minutes.

Be extra polite too, being polite may be the difference.

I read this whole thread. David I can sympathise that you dont have your own computer. One day you will. But really you need to ask the librarian what the new policy is going to mean time wise for you. Also I would like to say that if you arent paying for the service you really shouldnt complain about it. Free is free...they have to change and fix their policies to accomodate all users. Everyone who has a library card should be able to use the computers.

Here where I live (midwest U.S.), our library has ALWAYS had filters....AND a 30 minute/a day limit per person....whether there is anyone waiting or not.

And I've been donating plasma off and on since the mid '70's....again here in my state you have to be at least 18 and weigh at least 110 lbs.


Just trying to help

neighbors........ we are all neighbors..... Missouri here........ or Misery if you dont like hot, humid stinky summers.....

I cant see you. All that corn........

I will tell you this davidbugs,...
If they are on this system, it is for the whole area.
For example if you are allowed one hour a day, you can get only that one hour a day, you can not go to other branches to get more time on the computer.