Computers

 LAB POLICIES

1. The LRC computer lab and laptops are primarily for academic use.

2. When using an LRC computer, you must comply with UH-Manoa's Policy on Access and Acceptable Use.  To view the policy, go to http://www.hawaii.edu/infotech/policies/itpolicy.html

3. Laser printing:  Purchase a GoPrint card for $5.00 at the LRC or the Library, and use it in either location.  Printing costs $.08 per page.  The card can be recharged in the Library.

4. LRC computers may not be used for any of the following activities:

Installing personal software on the computers
Downloading of programs or files onto the desktop or hard drive from the Internet
Copying software
Altering desktop or computer configurations
Playing games
Viewing/printing of offensive and/or pornographic materials. The use of LRC lab computers for the viewing or displaying of “offensive” material could constitute a hostile environment. Sexual harassment as defined in Executive Policy E1.203 “Policy on Sexual Harassment and Related Conduct” is prohibited in these facilities. The complete policy may be viewed at the following web site http://www.hawaii.edu/svpa/ep/e1/e1203.pdf

Any student who engages in any of the above prohibited activities risks the loss of computer privileges.

5. Users should save files on their own flash drives or other media.  The hard drive is public use; any files saved to the hard drive will be deleted.  We are not responsible for lost work saved to the hard drive.

6. All printing MUST be completed before the LRC closes. 

7. All problems with computers should be reported immediately to LRC staff.

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 LRC COMPUTER LAB SERVICES

• An open lab with PC (Windows) computers.  All computers include Microsoft Office 2007 programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher) and Internet access.  Computers have CD-ROM, DVD, floppy, and Zip250 media drives, and USB ports usable for connecting a flash (jump) drive.
• Laser printer – see printing information above.
• On-the-spot help with quick computer questions; one-to-one computer tutoring by appointment.
• Laptop computers with wireless capability; you can borrow a laptop for up to four hours and take it anywhere on campus.  A valid LCC student ID is required.
• Two scanners

• Software installed on some computers includes:

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Multimedia

• CD-ROMs and DVDs (as well as audio and videotapes) that supplement foreign language, ESL, or other courses.  Instructors are invited to leave materials in the LRC for students to access.
• Study skills workshops (prerecorded) on a wide range of topics can be viewed by streaming video from computers in the LRC lab. Some instructors give extra credit to students who view these.
• Copy machine available for student use (10 cents/copy).
• Typewriter available on request for students to use in filling out forms.

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Scholarship information & help

• Scholarship Information Bulletin Board:  updated often -- find out about available scholarships and their deadlines
• Scholarship information binder:  more detailed information about scholarships.  Available at the Front Desk for use in the LRC
• When you're applying:  Writing consultants can help with the personal statements (essays) that are part of most scholarship applications

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Testing

• Testing services formerly provided by the LRC are now being provided by the Testcenter in BE-227; you can call them at 455-0273.

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TUTORING – see the Tutoring section of our website.

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SUCCESS CONNECTION WORKSHOPS – see the SC Workshop Schedule section of the website.

HANDOUTS – see the Handouts section of the website.

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