Computers & Printing at Santa Clara County Library

Santa Clara County Library has 260 Full Service Computers for your use. All computers include:

• Internet access with Internet Explorer browser
• Access to the Library's website, catalog, and online resources
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Acrobat Reader
• Live Homework Help and Skill Building through Brainfuse
• Ability to play DVDs and CDs (Bring your own headphones)
• Privacy Screens

Full Service Computers require log in using your Santa Clara County Library Card number and PIN.

Children’s computers are available for ages fourteen and under. Computers in the Children's Area have a commercially produced filter which attempts to block sites that might be considered objectionable. The filter is available as an option on computers in the adult area. Library staff does not monitor the selection of a computer.

• Kids on the Web
• Safe Kids.com

Patrons with Disabilities:

Libraries have "Access for All" ADA computers for the visually and hearing impaired. These special stations include access to ZoomText 9.1, which offers screen magnification and screen reading.

Catalog e-resources Computers:

In addition, Santa Clara Library has Catalog e-resources Computers which offer access to online databases and Live Homework Help and Skill Building through Brainfuse. The Catalog e-Resources Computers do not have access to the Internet or to the Microsoft Office Suite applications. Log in is not required unless you wish to print.

AWE Early Literacy Stations (ELS)

Located in the Children’s Area of each  library, this all-in-one educational computer station is designed for kids ages 2–10. Each computer has a colorful keyboard and  intuitive screen with a mouse. The English version features 50 educational software programs in the areas of music, science, math, history, geography, phonics and problem-solving. Both Gilroy Library and Morgan Hill Library also offer the literacy station’s bilingual edition, with programs available in English and Spanish. 

Other Features for Full Service Computers:

• The Eastern Language pack is installed on all public stations. Available languages are Korean, Chinese (Taiwan), Chinese (PRC), and Chinese (Hong Kong S.A.R.). The language pack is accessed by clicking the toolbar at the top of the window and selecting a language for typing.

• Resize text in Internet Explorer: Go to “View -> Text Size”

• Page Setup for printing in Internet Explorer: Go to “File -> Print Preview” to change paper size, orientation, or margins, and add headers or footers. Specific instructions.

• Open and view email attachments

• Save to USB drives (Bring your own USB device).

Reserving a Full Service Computer:

Printing:

• Black/White: $0.15 per page
• Color: $0.20 per page

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