Frequently Asked Questions
Business Hours for the
Yuba County Library
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday
12:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Closed - Saturday, Sunday & Monday
Preschool Story Time
Every Thursday at 11:15 am, come join us for a delightfully entertaining story time and craft. See our
'Programs @ the Library ' for upcoming
events.
How to apply
for a Library Card?
You need to fill out an
application
and show photo identification along with proof of current mailing address.
Access my library account online?
You can access your library account
online. In order to do this, you will need your library card number
(14 digits) and PIN number (contact library staff to obtain your PIN number).
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How
to Contact the Yuba County Library?
Yuba County Library
303 2nd Street, Marysville, CA. 95901
Phone Number: (530) 749-7380
E-mail: library@co.yuba.ca.us
Web Site:
http://www.co.yuba.ca.us/Departments/Library/
Finding a book /
How Can I Use The
Card Catalog Computers?
You can easily find a book by using one of our on-line card
catalogs. Several stations have been located within the library. Anyone can use
the Card Catalog Computers to search for books. These stations are not to be
used for Internet searching or browsing, but are intended to assist our patrons
with book searches only.
You can also
search the catalog from your home or any computer with Internet access.
The Card Catalog address is:
http://yucl.sirsi.net/uhtbin/cgisirsi/Aw17zM1GPI/YUBACOUNTY/156100017/60/1180/X
Using the
Internet at the Library
As a patron of the Yuba County Library, you can sign up for 2
hours on the Internet each day. Patrons who do not have a library card can
be issued a guest pass. To obtain a guest pass patron must show photo
identification.
Can I use my own computer at the library?
The Yuba County Library provides
Wireless
Internet Access. You may connect your wireless
device, such as a laptop, notebook or PDA to the network. There is no
charge for this
service. Please note we DO NOT offer technical support for this service.
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What is the Speed of the Wireless Connection?
The network speed for the Yuba County Library's Wi-Fi Hot Spot
utilizes the 802.11b and 802.11g standards.
More information can be found
here.
Will my computer work with the Wireless Connection?
The Yuba County Library cannot guarantee that your particular
computer/operating system/network adaptor/ specific configuration or installed
applications may be compatible with our wireless network. While we may be able
to provide limited general information regarding the network settings on each
system, you should refer technical questions and questions of compatibility to
the vendor of your device or the place of purchase. If you are having
difficulty getting connected, we recommend that you refer to your vendor. Our
employees at the Yuba County Library's Circulation desk can only provide general
information.
Can I get Help Connecting to the Wireless Internet?
Technical Assistance is NOT available through Yuba County
or its staff. We
strongly advise you to refer to the documentation,
that came with your wireless
device. You may also choose to speak directly to the vendor of your wireless device for
additional information. The Library Staff can only provide you with general
information regarding the wireless connection. The Yuba County Information
Technology Department is also NOT available to assist with any device not owned by
the County of Yuba. Please Do NOT Ask for technical assistance or contact
information as your request will not be satisfied. We appreciate your
understanding in this matter and can only advise that you consult the
manufacturer of the wireless device in question, or refer to the place of
purchase for additional information.
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Is Wireless
Internet Access Safe?
This question is very common among wireless laptop and PC
users. While various methods are available to help prevent unwanted attacks, the
fact is that no network is 100% safe, although there are some things that
wireless users can do to help prevent these unwanted attacks. We have provided
several links to materials, that may help you answer the questions you have
about wireless security.
About.Com
http://antivirus.about.com/od/wirelessthreat1/a/starbucks.htm
BroadBandInfo.com
http://www.broadbandinfo.com/broadband-connection/security-and-patches/wifi-broadband-security.html
Do I Need
Additional Software to Use the Wireless Connection?
Most modern computers offer built-in wireless capability and
do not require additional hardware or software to connect to wireless networks.
Connecting to wireless networks has actually become quite simple. Protection
against hackers and intruders using wireless networks is where you may choose to
purchase and install additional software. This is the area most often
overlooked. As it tends to be the more difficult part of networking. Various
software including virus protection and personal firewalls should
never be overlooked when connecting to
any network, especially a public network,
as the type offered here. Many software vendors also provide updates and
patches, which aid in the prevention of unwanted attacks. While the Yuba County
Library will not recommend any specific software manufacturers we do recommend
that you consider using adequate virus and personal firewall protection. Please
refer to the "Is Wireless
Internet Access Safe?" FAQ for more information.
How Can I Find Historic Photographs?
The Yuba County Library Offers several resources to its
patrons providing Historic Information and photographs.
Among these include:
Our California Room
Digital Gallery
State
Wide Archive
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