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Downloading files
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PDF files
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- Download Acrobat Reader (free)
- Visit the Adobe website for more information on the PDF.
Video files
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- Download Flash Player (free)
- Visit the Adobe website for more information on Flash.
Telnet
The Wellcome Library Online Catalogue can be accessed via the Library website or via Telnet - please log in as 'library'.
For Telnet, you require a Telnet application on your computer that is configured with your web browser. If you are unsure of your browser's compatibility with Telnet, consult your system administrator.