Technology resources

The Hawkesbury Library Service provides the following technology resources:

Computers and internet

Computers with internet access are available free of charge to members at both Libraries.

You must use your Library card to use the self-service computer booking system.  For one-time only or short term users Library visitor cards are available. Fees apply.

If you have overdue items you will be unable to book a computer.

Computers can be used for up to four hours per day.

You are able to download but you must ensure removable devices are compatible and virus free.  You must complete downloads before your session ends.

Users need to comply with the Library’s Public computer and internet access and use policy (pdf - 97.5 KB).

Software on public PCs

The Library’s PCs have the following software installed:

  • Microsoft Office 2016 (Word, PowerPoint, Publisher & Excel)
  • Adobe Creative Cloud
  • Web Browsers (Edge, Chrome & Firefox)
  • Paint.net – Image Editor/Creator
  • The Gimp – Image Editor/Creator
  • Audacity – Audio Editor/Creator
  • ZoomText
Adobe Creative Cloud

Adobe Creative Cloud is currently available on dedicated PCs at Windsor and Richmond. Adobe create cloud provides a number of high quality multimedia applications including:

  • Photoshop (Ps) - Transforming and manipulating photos and images.
  • Illustrator (Ai) - Vector graphics and illustration.
  • InDesign (Id) - Page layout design.
  • After Effects (Ae) - Video editing with a focus on animation.
  • Premiere Pro (Pr) - Video editing and filmmaking.
  • Adobe XD (Xd) - UX/UI design.
  • Lightroom (Lr) - Photo editing.
  • Acrobat DC - Editing and creating PDFs.
  • Media Encoder (Me) - You need this to turn your video creations into rendered products. It works in conjunction with Ae and Pr.
  • Camera Raw - This works in conjunction with Ps to allow you to edit RAW photos. Lr doesn’t require the use of this to edit in RAW.
  • Premiere Rush (Ru) - For creating and sharing videos online.
  • Dreamweaver (Dw) - For designing responsive websites with code.
  • Bridge (Br) - Collates your creative assets.
  • Audition (Au) - Adding audio to stories.
  • Animate (An) - An animation tool.
  • Character Animator (Ch) - Create a character and animate it in real-time.
  • Dimension (Dn) - Designing in 3D.
  • InCopy (Ic) - This allows you to collaborate with teams of writers and copywriters.
Free wifi

Free wifi is available at both Libraries and their surrounds.

Bring your own laptop, tablet or wireless device and connect to the Internet free of charge.

For information on connecting your own laptop, tablet or wireless device to the Library wireless network please ask staff for details.

The Library takes no responsibility for wireless internet access, for technical problems or failure to access sites and software.

Users need to comply with the Library’s Public computer and internet access and use policy (pdf - 97.5 KB).

Computer training

Staff with patron on computerThe Library provides free access to The Computer School
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If you have a tech enquiry or need a hand with a specific technology task, Hawkesbury Library staff can help you find the answer to your problem.  A free Tech Help service is available at:

Central Library, Windsor every Thursday 10-11am

Bookings are essential, phone (02) 4560 4465 to secure a spot.

The Library also runs computer classes periodically.  For dates and times look at our What’s On page.

The Library also provides various learn technology online opportunities. Please visit our Self-Directed Online Learning page for a complete list.

Photocopying, printing and scanning

A Library card is required for photocopying, scanning and printing in both libraries.  For one-time only or short term users Library visitor cards are available. Fees apply.

Black & white and colour photocopying and printing, is available at both libraries. Fees apply

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Self service scanning is free.

Please check the copyright restrictions displayed near the machines before copying.

Disc Cleaning

CDs, DVDs or Blu-ray discs can be dropped in at either Windsor or Richmond for cleaning with the Library’s Disc Repair machine. The machine effectively removes light to moderate scratches, but unfortunately cannot repair cracked or chipped discs. Turn-around time is usually 1 week dependent on staff availability. Fees apply

Desktop magnifier

MagnifierA desktop magnifier (or CCTV) is available in-Library (Windsor only).

The machine’s large 24” screen, high range of magnification (up to x100), variety of colour contrast modes and a speech feature helps people with a vision impairment to easily read a range of documents.

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