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<strong>Background</strong> Computers are used increasingly in patient_clinician consultations. There is the potential for PC use to have an effect on the communication process. <strong>Objective</strong> The aim of this preliminary study was to investigate patient opinion regarding the use of PCbased note taking during diagnostic vestibular assessments. <strong>Method</strong> We gave a simple four-item questionnaire to 100 consecutive patients attending for vestibular assessment at a secondary referral level primary care trust audiology service. Written responses to two of the questionnaire items were subject to an inductive thematic analysis. <strong>Results</strong> Thequestionnairewasacceptable topatients, none refused to complete it. Dominant themes identified suggest that patients do perceive consistent positive benefits from the use of PC-based note taking. <strong>Conclusion</strong> This pilot study's short survey instrument is usable and may provide insights into patients' perceptions of computer use in a clinical setting.