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The Academic Computing Labs at MCLA feature high-performance computers connected to the secure campus [[Network]]. Students can use these computers to print, write papers, access the Internet, check email, and use course-related software. The printer located in the walk in lab offers wireless printing capability. A [[MCLA Computer HelpDesk | HelpDesk]] lab monitor is available when the computer labs are open, providing assistance to lab users. The HelpDesk office hours are the same as Computer Lab hours.

*To see the current hours of operation of the labs [[MCLA Computer HelpDesk | click here]].

==Computer Labs==

*Classroom Labs (Murdock 108,109 and 119) – These labs are designated as classrooms and contain a variety of course-specific software. Students can also find these specialty software titles in room 119. When not in use for a class these rooms are open for general use. Each of the classroom labs have a projector and instructor station with speakers.

*Freel Library Lab - There are 10 computer lab stations located on the 2nd floor of the library and 3 in the Freel study lounge room. In addition, a series of general use laptops can be loaned out for use in the library at the circulation desk.

Each room in the labs has a laser printer which can be printed to from every computer in the room. Wireless printing is also offered.

==Lab Software==

Typically every year the software package that is installed on the Lab computers change.

==Using a Lab Computer==

To login to any of the computers in the lab you are required to have a valid MyMCLA account[[User ID and Password]]. It is important to note that the computers in these labs are configured to automatically restore to its original state every time a reboot occurs. Any changes made to the computers settings or files saved on the computer will be gone when it restarts. It is recommended that students use their limited [[Network]] file space located on their [[Network]] drive when saving work files (The network drive is linked to "My Documents".

==Food and Drink Policy==

No food or drink is allowed in the Murdock computer labs. This enforced policy is to ensure the safety and protection of the equipment in the labs. It also promotes a cleaner lab environment and helps damaging liquid spills to the carpet. All lab users are required to adhere to this policy when entering the computer labs.

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 ==Using a Lab Computer==
-To login to any of the computers in the lab you are required to have a valid MCLA account[[User ID and Password]]. It is important to note that the computers in these labs are configured to automatically restore to its original state every time a reboot occurs. Any changes made to the computers settings or files saved on the computer will be gone when it restarts. It is recommended that students use their limited [[Network]] file space located on their [[Network]] drive when saving work files (The network drive is linked to "My Documents".
+To login to any of the computers in the lab you are required to have a valid [[MCLA Account Management|MCLA account]]. It is important to note that the computers in these labs are configured to automatically restore to its original state every time a reboot occurs. Any changes made to the computers settings or files saved on the computer will be gone when it restarts. It is recommended that students use their limited [[Network]] file space located on their [[Network]] drive when saving work files (The network drive is linked to "My Documents".
 ==Food and Drink Policy==
 No food or drink is allowed in the Murdock computer labs. This enforced policy is to ensure the safety and protection of the equipment in the labs. It also promotes a cleaner lab environment and helps damaging liquid spills to the carpet. All lab users are required to adhere to this policy when entering the computer labs.

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