Printable View What are the NLC hours?
M-Th 8am - Midnight
F 8am - 5pm
Saturday 12pm - 3pm
Sunday 12pm - Midnight (with extended hours during week 10 of Fall, Winter, and Spring quarters.
If the NLC is full and I need to use the computer to do my homework what do I do?
The staff working at the desk will ask people who are using the computers for personal reasons to leave to make room for people who need to use the computers for educational purposes such as homework because education is our first priority at the NLC
Why is "socializing" not allowed in the NLC?
The NLC is a friendly place, but a friendly place focused on learning. The NLC is designed to support students as they work on computers, do some individual studying, or work with tutors or other students on educational assignments. If you want to "hang out" with friends, great! ... but please find a place other than the NLC!
Why do I have to "sign up" to use a computer?
The computer sign-up system makes it easy to know which computers are available, and which are not (especially when this place gets busy)! The system also keeps track of overall computer demand. Finally, the system allows the NLC staff to make sure that, when "push comes to shove", people using computers for educational reasons have priority over people using computers for personal reasons.
Does NLC have fax services?
No, but your solution is not too far off! You can simply walk over to the “Helpdesk” window across the “street” from NLC front entrance doors. They offer free fax services for students. (8:30AM-4:30PM M-F)
What kind of hardware accessories does the NLC have?
The NLC has the following resources for your use: Zip drive, webcam, T-83 and T-89 calculators, and calculator cables
If people are not students of RIT, can they login?
Any student (Deaf or hearing) who is supported by NTID is encouraged to use the NLC. Hearing students who are not supported through NTID but who have joint classes or projects with NTID supported students are welcome to use NLC resources.
Can I bring drinks in the NLC?
NO, no drinks and food allowed in the NLC, no exceptions.
If the study areas are full, where can we study?
Please use the Smart Classroom (if there is no class or workshop at the time). Also if you want to reserve a study area ahead of time, get ahold of the NLC Supervisor. (Wesley Blue wmb5704@rit.edu)
Can I play online games or chat online in the lab?
When you sign up for a NLC computer, you are required to indicate whether or not it is for EDUCATIONAL(course work) or PERSONAL(playing games, online chat, web surfing). Using NLC computers for PERSONAL reasons is fine. But if all the computers become full and there is a line of people waiting to use the computers, those using NLC computers for PERSONAL reasons will be asked to step aside.
How can I make a request for new software for the NLC?
Make your request using the
NLC Electronic Suggestion Box, or tell your Department chair, or tell your teacher, or tell the NLC Supervisor
Do you have .... software for PC or MAC?
Please check the
resources page for a full listing of the software that the NLC provides.
Does the NLC have a cutting board to cut large papers and/or posters?
No we do not.
Where can I find my lost stuff?
The NLC has a lost and found. Please contact the NLC staff on duty who will be more than happy to help you try to find your lost item(s).
