Computers and Software

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Using Computers and Software at the Library

Each library has a network of computers available to students for academic research, including the use of online databases, web-based resources, and the internet. You have the option of downloading material to your own portable or cloud-based drive, e-mailing material to yourself, or printing. Please read through the policies on the Computer Use page for guidelines on open access computer usage.

AppsAnywhere Computer Software

Students have access to a wide range of computer software through GBC's AppsAnywhere, a service that you to access software on-demand, anytime, from anywhere. Visit the AppsAnywhere page for more information on the types of software and system requirements.

AppsAnywhere

Borrow Technology Equipment

iPads, laptops, and charging cables, are only a few examples of the various technology you can borrow for free from the Library Learning Commons. All you need is a valid GBC Student ID.

Borrow Equipment

iPad Apps

iPads are available for you to borrow from the LLC and come preloaded with a number of apps including specialized program content, accessibility apps and access to our extensive e-book and database collections. Preloaded apps are specific to classes taught at each campus location.

ipad apps list

Available Open Access Equipment

LLC @ 341 King St.
  • Open Access Computers/Laptops
  • MacBook Pros
LLC @ Casa Loma
  • Open Access Computers/Laptops
  • Computer Kiosks
  • MacBook Pros
LLC @ Toronto Metropolitan University
  • Open Access Computers/Laptops
  • MacBook Pros
LLC @ St. James LLC (Upper Level)
  • Open Access Computers/Laptops
  • Computer Kiosks
  • MacBook Pros
LLC @ St. James LLC (Lower Level)
  • Open Access Computers
  • Computer Kiosks
LLC @ Waterfront (6th Floor)
  • Open Access Computers/Laptops
  • Computer Kiosks
  • Macbook Pros
  • iPads (in the The Hub)
LLC @ Waterfront LLC (5th Floor)
  • Open Access Laptops (PC) in the Instruction Room *These are Open Access when instruction room is not in use.
  • Open Access Computers (PC) in the Silent Computer Lab *These are Open Access when testing is not taking place.