Online resources:

• Electronic Resources
• Electronic Resources by Subject
  

  Downloadable Audiobooks: If you’re into technology and you love to listen to audio books, we’ve got the perfect thing for you! Library cardholders can now download audio books directly to their personal computers and MP3 players. Simply log on to the Bryant Library’s Web site from your home or office and download away. It’s another free service that comes with your library card!

Digitized Books: The Bryant Library  is excited to offer electronic books to our patrons. The Gale Virtual Reference Library is a user-friendly database of encyclopedias, almanacs, and specialized reference sources for multidisciplinary research. These reference materials once were accessible only in the library, but now you can access them online from the library or remotely 24/7! You'll need to Enter all 14 digits of your library card number to use this database (no spaces or dashes).

PAC (Public Access Computers) Using SAM:

As a free service to Bryant Library cardholders you can log on and surf the World Wide Web, create a resume, a Power Point presentation, do a spreadsheet, or word processing. If you already have an Internet-based email account, you may read and send E-mail. Visitors to the Bryant Library may come to the Reference Desk to get a Visitor's Pass. This pass expires at the end of the day.

To use SAM:

• Patrons must enter their library card number without spaces. Your PIN number is the last 4 digits of your phone number.
• If no computer is available, you can register for the next available computer at the sign-up computer.
• Your session will last one hour; you will receive warnings to save your material or print as your time is running out. You will be automatically logged out at the one hour mark.
• If no one is waiting for the next available computer you will be able to log back on.
• If you are going to print, please go to the Reference Desk and add money to your account. There is a $1.00 minimum and a $10.00 maximum. Your balance will remain on your account indefinitely. There are both color and black and white network printers available. Color prints are $.25, and black and white prints are $.10.
• All of your work must be saved to a floppy disc or flash drive since it will be lost after you are logged out. Floppies are available at the Reference for $1.00 each.
• The last session of the day will end at 8:50 p.m. on weekdays, and 4:50 p.m. on weekends. If you need additional assistance, or if you have forgotten your PIN #, please see a librarian at the Reference Desk.  

Internet Access:

• Firefox
• Internet Explorer

Software Programs:  
Microsoft Explorer
Word Processing Programs: Corel WordPerfect, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Works
Spreadsheet Programs: Microsoft Excel, Corel QuatroPro
Database Programs: Microsoft Access
Presentation Programs: Corel Presentations, Microsoft Powerpoint & Publisher
Resume Writing: Winway Resume
Tutorials: Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing

Patrons must be familiar with the software applications that they are using.  Our librarians can assist in the initial startup of the system, however, staff cannot provide extended instruction.  If you are a beginner please ask about our small group computer classes and our computer volunteer tutoring service.

Access for All Computer: We now offer a large screen monitor, scanner, printer setup and software for the visually impaired.

• ZoomText is magnification and reading software for the vision impaired.
• Open Book allows you to convert printed documents into quality speech.
• Connect Outloud is designed for the beginning or experienced blind or low vision computer user to access the Internet through speech and braille output.
• PaperPort makes it easy to operate your scanner and eliminate paper by directly converting it into digital files that you can quickly find, use and share.

The Access for All Computer is available for patron use either without sign up or by advance reservation. Call the Reference Desk at 621-2240 or visit the library for assistance.

Express Internet Access Computers: Available for patron use without sign up. There is a limit of 15 minutes if someone is waiting.

Laptop Area: Patrons may bring in their own laptops and connect to the Internet. Printers are available.

WiFi: The Bryant Library is a wifi hotspot. Bring in your own wireless laptop, and sit anywhere in the library to connect to the Internet. Patrons must adhere to the library's Internet Public Use Policy.

Computer Training For Library Patrons:

• Computer Training For Beginners at the Valentine House Training Center - One session: Tuesdays, 10 - 11:45 am.
• Get Your Own E-mail Account @The Bryant Library! - One session: Thursdays, 10 - 11:45.
• The Library offers "small group", user-friendly,  hands-on,  computer training sessions  for beginners.  The fee for the course is $10.00 ($15 for residents who reside outside of Nassau County) and is NON-REFUNDABLE.  Please  call the Reference Desk at (516) 621-2240 if you are unable to  make a class and you will be able to reschedule.
• To register, pay the $10.00 fee at the Circulation Desk and then sign up  at the Reference Desk on the main floor of the Library. IN-PERSON REGISTRATION ONLY!
• ** The fee for Roslyn School District Gold Card Members is $8.00.  Members must show their Gold Card. **
• Patrons must be registered for Public Access Computer use before paying for a class.  If they don't have a blue dot, they must register to use the PACs first.

Diane Zuckerman, a professional computer instructor, will conduct the sessions.  Learn how to use a mouse, move around on the "desktop" and browse the Internet.

BRYANT CARDHOLDERS WILL BE GIVEN PREFERENCE.  If there is space available, Out-of-District patrons may sign up as well.

Individual Computer Assistance - The Library has volunteers to tutor patrons who need help using and learning about computers.  They will offer guidance on using the computer, surfing the World Wide Web and various word processing programs.  If you would like assistance, please fill out an application form which is available at the Reference Desk. Tutoring sessions are limited to Bryant Library cardholders.

The Bryant Library and computer volunteers assumes no responsibility for any damages which may occur as a result of the use of this service.  The goal of this service is to help you feel comfortable using a computer and to give you an opportunity to get some hands-on practice.  It is not by any means an in-depth instructional course.  If you are looking for a comprehensive class, you  should consider enrolling in a continuing education course through the Roslyn Schools or a local college.

Typical Computer Volunteer Schedule:

Tuesday	Wednesday	Friday	Level of tutoring
7:30 pm- 8:30 pm	11:30 am -  12:15 pm	11:30 am -  12:15 pm	Beginners ONLY


Circulating CD-ROMs Available:
Adult CD-ROMs are located on the Library's main floor in the Browsing Area.
You can register at the Circulation Desk before you check them out.
The Children's Department also has a large collection of CD-ROMs for take home use.