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Reasons for using computers in public libraries in the UK 2012

What are the main reasons you have chosen to use computers, internet and software at public libraries in the last 12 months?

The data shows the main reasons UK respondents gave for using computers, internet or software at public libraries as of 2012. The most common reasons for using technology at public libraries was for free internet acccess, at 34% of respondents who used public access computers in libraries.

Free internet access	34
No other option for computer access	25
No other option for internet access	16
To work or be with friends or other people	9
Faster internet than at home or work	7
Better computer hardware/software than at home or work	4
To get help from library staff	3

Reasons for using computers in public libraries in the UK 2012

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