IT Support and Computing

York College Library — access to the library's upgraded computer with hardware and software is available to students, faculty, and visitors. Here you can find information about the computer location and installed hardware.

An overview of CUNY-wide software licenses is presented below. Please note that York College may also have additional licenses not included here. You may open a service request with the York College Y-Connect Self Service Portal licensing coordinator to request one of the following software applications.

Here is a list of the various applications and software installed on the computers at the York College Library.

The ILLiad Client is a powerful software solution designed to streamline interlibrary loan operations. With its user-friendly interface and robust features, it simplifies the management of resource sharing requests and enhances collaboration between libraries. Librarians can efficiently process requests, track item statuses, and provide timely updates to patrons.

(If you are interested in installing ILLiad Client on your desktop, please review steps-1 and step-2 below. If you have already installed the ILLiad Client on your desktop and would like to update the available newer version, please see the below step-3.)

ILLiad Client only supports installation to the Windows OS.

the CUNY Office of Library Services to batch load vendor Marc records for electronic resources into the CUNY libraries’ online catalog, the campus library that purchased the electronic resources must preview and edit the vendor’s Marc records, and add local information to the Marc records, including the specific URLs to access them, a phrase like “Access only for York users,” etc. The York Library recently purchased about one hundred ebooks from Oxford University Press, and so we have to edit the Marc records for those ebooks before Central can upload them to the online catalog. Marc records cannot be viewed/edited in standard Windows software programs. Therefore, the Central Office of Library Services recommends that we use MarcEdit to perform those functions.

Connexion Client 2.63 is a robust software solution designed to enhance client connectivity. This powerful tool optimizes communication and collaboration between clients, enabling seamless data sharing and efficient workflows. With Connexion Client 2.63, users can expect improved connectivity, streamlined operations, and a superior user experience. The integration of the .NET Framework 4 Extended further enhances its capabilities, ensuring compatibility with diverse systems. From secure file transfers to real-time communication, Connexion Client 2.63 empowers businesses to achieve seamless and reliable client connectivity, ultimately driving productivity and success.