Public computers are available to library visitors on a first come, first served basis. A library card isn’t needed, but we’d be delighted to give you one so you can check out books, CDs, DVDs, magazines, and more!
Second Floor Reference Department
Public Computers are available on a first come – first served basis. If all computers are in use, users will wait in line for the next available timed session. Be mindful of the time and save any work to an external USB-A flash drive as everything is lost once the computer reboots. When your session ends, you may open a new session if no one else is waiting.
Available computers:
- 3 Internet computers with 30-minute sessions
- 1 Word processing computer without Internet access provides longer sessions for those needing to use Microsoft Office programs (sign up on a clipboard next to the computer)
- 2 Chromebooks (laptop) for in-library use (requires signing a lending agreement)
- 1 Windows Laptop for in-library use (requires signing a lending agreement)
- VITAL computers: reserved strictly for those with vision impairments. Read about our VITAL program for more information.
Please note: Work cannot be saved to the Library computers. We recommend bringing in a USB-A flash drive to save any documents (we have flash drives for sale, $6.00 cash only) or using a cloud-based service like Google Drive. Users should be aware that the computers will shut down automatically 15 minutes prior to closing.
Find printing information on this page
In-Library Use Chromebooks and Windows Laptop
For your convenience, the library offers two (2) Chromebooks and one (1) Windows Laptop for in-library use. To check-out a Laptop, please come to the reference desk with your library card. We will check the laptop out to your account and you will be required to sign the in-house use lending agreement. Feel free to take the Chromebook around the library to find a nice spot to settle down!
First Floor Children’s Department
Younger patrons may use the computers in the Children’s Dept.’s Homework Center. Signed parental permission is required for youngsters age 12 and below to use the Internet computers. The Library doesn’t filter content, and parents are responsible for monitoring their children’s computer use. Please see our Internet Use Policy for further details
Check out a Chromebook and Hotspot
If you are a Harwich resident, the library also has Chromebooks and wireless access hotspots that can be checked out for up to one (1) week. Find more information on this page.