Using the computers
Here are some tips for using computers safely:
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Make sure your chair is adjusted to support your back. All our computer chairs are adjustable - if you need some help adjusting your chair - please ask.
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Make sure you are sitting high enough for your eyes to be just above the height of the monitor screen. If this lifts your feet off the floor we can provide you with a footrest -please ask
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Make sure your arms are at right angles to your body when using the keyboard. If your wrists hurt when using the keyboard or mouse, we can provide you with a wrist rest. If your fingers ache after using the keyboard we can provide you with an ergonomic keyboard - please ask
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Make sure the screen resolution is large enough for you to read the text. We can help you adjust this - please ask
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Make sure you take regular breaks. There are tea and coffee facilities available in the rest room upstairs.
Use of Computers Policy Summary (Updated September 2009)
The following activities are not permitted whilst using the computers at the Learning Centre:
- Accessing websites which contain inappropriate or pornographic material
- Sending or displaying offensive messages or pictures
- Posting anonymous message and forwarding chain letters
- Violating copyright laws
- Trespassing in another’s folder, work or files
- Intentionally wasting limited resources
- Using the computer for any form of illegal activity, including software and music piracy
- Using the internet for personal financial gain, gambling or advertising
- Using racist, sexist, homophobic, violent or abusive language during the conduct of emails or other Internet activities
- Knowingly introducing a virus onto the Learning Centre system or compromising the integrity of a Learning Centre system in any way including adding or removing software.
Please note that abuse of these rules will result in the disciplinary procedure being used and could result in your exclusion from the centre.
Relevant Legislation
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Computer Misuse Act
- Copyright Legislation
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Data Protection Act
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