Computers and Wireless
Access to Library Electronic Resources
Library computers in Library buildings automatically have access to Library electronic resources.
Some wireless networks also provide access to Library electronic resources; see Wireless below.
See Off-Campus Access to connect to Library resources from off campus.
Use of Library computers and wireless networks is subject to the terms of the Library's Policy on Acceptable Use of Electronic Resources and the University's Policy on Information Technology Use and Access.
Library Computers
The Library provides computers for patron use in all libraries.
See Places to Study with Patron Computers for locations.
Software Available on Library Computers
- Chrome, Firefox, Edge
- Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- vLan Video Player, which plays DVDs from any region
- CD/DVD burning
- R Studio, Stata and Matlab
The workstations in the Center for Digital Scholarship provide a number of specialized software in addition to those listed above.
Saving Files on Library Computers
Users should save files on a file sharing service such as UChicago Box or a flash drive. Files saved to Library computers are deleted nightly and cannot be recovered.
Dual Monitor Stations
The Library also provides monitors for use with laptops as dual monitor stations.
Dual monitor stations have VGA connectors; laptops may require an adapter (adapters may be borrowed from the TechBar).
See Places to Study with Dual Monitors for locations.
Problems with Library Computers
Use Ask a Librarian to report problems with Library computers or dual monitor stations. Include your CNetID and the name of the computer (marked on the computer's case) in your report.
Library Scanning Equipment
All copy/print/scan machines that are part of the University's printing system provide free scanning to UChicago students, faculty, and staff. See printing.uchicago.edu for details.
The Library also provides additional scanning equipment for patron use. Regenstein's 3rd floor reading room has an overhead book scanner and a flatbed scanner in the northeast corner near the Microforms collection.
Library users may also use personal devices, such as smartphones and cameras, to scan material.
Library visitors will need to request a computer login from the Regenstein Circulation desk to use scanning equipment.
Copyright Law
All copying of copyrighted material is governed by the United States Copyright Law (Title 17 US Code). The individual making the copy is liable for any infringement.
Wireless
Wireless access is available throughout all campus libraries.
Eduroam (UChicago users with CNetIDs)
UChicago users with CNetIDs should connect to the eduroam network.
See Eduroam Wireless Connectivity Guides for instructions.
UChicago users connecting to eduroam will have access to Library electronic resources.
Eduroam for visitors
Visitors from other eduroam institutions will have access to the internet, but will not have access to electronic resources licensed to the University of Chicago.
For instructions on connecting to eduroam, contact your home institution.
What happened to uchicago-secure?
UChicago-secure was retired on March 18, 2025. Connect to the Eduroam wireless network.
uchicago-library-guest
The uchicago-library-guest network provides access to Library electronic resources only while in Library buildings and is intended solely for Library visitors.
Library visitors will need to be issued Library guest credentials to access the uchicago-library-guest network.
uchicago-guest
The uchicago-guest network allows faculty, staff and event organizers to sponsor guests by creating temporary accounts that provide internet access only.
The uchicago-guest network does not provide access to electronic resources licensed to the University of Chicago.
See the Guest Wireless Network Overview for more information.
Problems with Wireless
If you have problems with wireless, please report them to IT Services using the WiFi Trouble Report.
Library Guest Credentials
Library visitors may be issued guest credentials that allow them to use Library computers, as well as the uchicago-library-guest wireless network, both of which include access to Library electronic resources.
Guest credentials can be issued by the ID & Privileges Office or Regenstein Circulation. Visitors must present a government-issued photo ID to be issued guest credentials.