Computers are all configured to provide a specific suite of application software that meets the needs of most students. The lab is not equipped to support all commercially available software. Students are not allowed to load personal software on computer hard drives. Personal software that can be run from a floppy disk or CD is allowed on all machines. Computer games are not allowed on the machines in any PC lab. Students running games will be asked to close the game and leave the lab, please be considerate of others that need to do college assignments and adhere to this policy.

Students will use the computer assigned by the lab assistant. Students wishing to move to another computer must get permission from the lab assistant.

Students are required to provide their own diskettes and CDs. The lab does not provide students with diskettes or blank CDs for use.

PC Configuration

Students are not allowed to reconfigure, setup and/or install files in the personal computers or printers located in the lab. Storing unauthorized software on the lab computers is not allowed. Students are not authorized to plug/unplug cables from the rear of computers.

Documentation

A limited amount of documentation is available in the lab. Most programs have a help menu option, and online help is encouraged. Users are required to show a valid USF ID card, no other form of ID may be substituted. Documentation is for lab use only and is not to be taken out of the lab. Documentation for most applications is available for purchase at the University Book Store or any number of other book stores in the area. Most application programs have comprehensive help facilities that serve as application documentation.

Food and Drink in Labs

Food and drink will not be allowed in any computer lab. Unopened containers of food, cans or cups will not be allowed in the labs unless they are stored in a book bag, purse or brief case and must be kept out of sight. Students with food or drink will be asked to leave the lab.

Lab Technician Help

Our lab technicians are trained to provide basic help to lab users. They are able to help you start your applications, offer help with printing, restarting computers and applications. They can provide general information on Windows. Lab technicians are not trained to debug programs, analyze output or assist with homework. Please consult your T/A, or professor for this type of help.

Printer Use

Printers are provided for doing course work only. Paper substitution is not allowed. There is a charge per page fee for black and white and for color print. Reprints are available free of charge for printer jams. We are not responsible for variations in color. Refunds are not available.

Lab Telephone

The telephone in the lab is not a courtesy phone. Lab users are not to receive calls in the labs.

Closing Procedure

All labs will close at the prescribed times. Users will be advised at least 10 minutes prior to closing so that they may send last minute printouts to the printer. No student will be allowed to stay in the lab after closing.