The libraries have some computers specifically devoted to the library catalog. You do not need to log into those computers. For help using the catalog, ask a reference librarian.

To use any of the other computers, you will need your library card unless you are a one-time visitor. Adult patrons have internet privileges automatically. For children and teens to have internet privileges, parental permission is required (guidelines for under 18).

The Clara B. Mounce Public Library has some computers downstairs near the reference desk and some upstairs in the Gates computer lab. The Larry J. Ringer Library has some computers near the reference desk and two computers in individual rooms. The Carnegie's computers are located upstairs and are primarily for genealogy research.

At the Clara B. Mounce Public Library and at Larry J. Ringer Library, you can log into the computers yourself. The computer will ask for your library card number (long number on the back, no spaces) and your PIN number (four-digit number). If you do not know your PIN number, you may ask a member of the library staff. When you log on, you will see the internet policy and will need to accept those terms in order to use the computer. Your time on the computer is limited, and a timer will display on the screen. At the Carnegie, the staff has to log you on and off all computers.

In addition to internet access, our computers also provide word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. If you would like to save your files at Larry J. Ringer Library, you need to bring a floppy disk or USB drive. At the Ringer Library, the computers have CD drives, but they do not currently have CD burners. At the Clara B. Mounce Public Library and the Carnegie Center of Brazos Valley History, the computers do have CD burners.

Wireless access is also available at all three locations.

Internet Policy

Network Policy (for wireless users)

Internet Use - Under 18

Rules and Policies