Computing Services in the Library

What Computer Facilities are Available in the Library?

There are 64 thin-client computing stations available for public use on the First floor of the Library in the Reference area.  All are attached to networked printers.  These terminals allow users to search the Internet with Microsoft Internet Explorer.  Users at these stations can also create documents, presentations and spreadsheets with Microsoft Office programs, both 2003 and 2007 versions. 

There are also two 20 seat electronic classrooms with student computing stations, a teacher PC, VHS/DVD playback and video projection and are connected to the Internet. These can be booked, by faculty, for library instruction classes.

On the 2^nd floor of the Library is the Academic Computer Services lab with PC and Macintosh computers.  Use of this lab requires a currently valid NCC ID card.  Though all computers here are connected to the Internet, the ACS personnel will not help you with your research.  The ACS lab provides access to a greater variety of software than the Library stations and has technical staff available to assist at all times. They also provide help with wireless access in the Library and can fix problems with student Banner access numbers.  The lab is open the same days/hours that the Library is open.  They can be reached by phone at 516-572-7620.

Where Can I Do Research?

The Library computing stations in the Reference area (1^st floor) offer access to NASCAT the online catalog to Library owned items, online databases and the Internet.  Reference librarians are here to help you with your research. The computers in the Reference area are connected to networked printers, but do not have drives for floppy disks or CDs. They will accept flash drives.  Students doing work on any College computers should have a flash drive to save their work.

How Can I Use My Laptop in the Library?

You are not allowed to plug laptops into the College’s wired network.  For laptop network access the Library has an 802.11b/g compatible Wi-Fi system throughout the building.   To access it, open your browser, choose the NCC Student wireless network and follow the directions.  You will need a NCC ID (Banner) number and your password to log in.  The network is open to currently registered students, active faculty and staff ONLY.  There is no GUEST access to the wireless network.  If you cannot log in, the ACS lab on the 2^nd floor will assist you. 

If you need to plug in a power adapter to run your laptop, there are locations throughout the building marked with pink or yellow signs to indicate locations where there are power strips.  Do not set up your laptop where there is existing Library equipment installed or stretch power cords across the floor as this is a safety hazard and you will be asked to remove your equipment.

All usage of the College’s network and computer equipment is governed by the “Acceptable Use of Computer Resources and Electronic Communication Policy of Nassau Community College” as found on page 67 of the College Catalog.