Cybersecurity FAQs

The Information Systems (formerly known as the BIS and OIS Lab) Lab is open Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the fall and spring semesters. The IS Computer Lab is also open during the summer and hours will vary.

Please contact us at 307-382-1773 regarding holiday closures and summer hours.

Yes! The Information Systems Computer Lab is staffed with friendly and helpful assistants who can help you with your software questions. Many students come to the lab for help with Microsoft Office and Adobe applications. If we cannot answer your question, we will find someone who can!

Yes! Printing for your coursework is free. There is a color printer available also for those special projects where color makes your work pop! We do ask that you keep your printing to a minimum and conserve paper when possible. Please help us by printing only what you need.

All computers have the current version of Microsoft Office installed. Some computers will have other programs including Adobe Creative Suite, QuickBooks, Solid Works, Eclipse, Visual Studio, and more. Ask a lab assistant where you can find a particular program as needed.

If you have a need for software that is not available, please ask. We can sometimes install software that that students request!

Yes! Several scanners are available. If you need to scan a photo or a document – we have a couple of options for you.
All Western students can utilize the lab. There is space to set up your laptop if you bring your own.
Study areas and a “Think Tank” are available for students to use. A large screen is in the area so it is easy to work together. Check out the space!