Introduction to Family History Centers: Difference between revisions

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Microfilms are typically loaned for one month, and can be renewed, if necessary.  Microfiche do not have to be returned to the FHL and so have no loan timeframe.  Microfilm and microfiche loaned by the FHL must be viewed at a FHC.   
Microfilms are typically loaned for one month, and can be renewed, if necessary.  Microfiche do not have to be returned to the FHL and so have no loan timeframe.  Microfilm and microfiche loaned by the FHL must be viewed at a FHC.   


There is no charge to use a FHC, its computers, or the Internet. Scanners, microfilm/fiche printers and copiers are available in some FHCs at minimal cost to help cover the cost of paper and supplies. Costs for other services vary, but the following costs pertain to centers in the United States as of March 2009:  
There is no charge to visit or use an FHC, its computers, or the Internet. Scanners, microfilm/fiche printers and copiers are available in some FHCs at minimal cost to help cover the cost of paper and supplies. Costs for other services vary, but the following costs pertain to centers in the United States as of March 2009:  


*Microfilm ordering in the United States: $5.50 per film.  
*Microfilm ordering in the United States: $5.50 per film.  
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