Computers and Laptops
Every branch has a public access computer lab and laptops available for checkout with internet access for use within the library. The software includes Microsoft Office 2013. All computers have audio, but users must bring their own headphones.
You will need a Cumberland County library card or a free Temporary Computer Use card to use the computers at any location. Customers without a card may use the 15-minute express terminals.
To save information, you are required to download or save it to a flash drive. For security reasons, the computers reset and clear off all information after every session.
Adults may check out a laptop computer. Ask for information at the service desk.
Digitize your media by converting VHS tapes, vinyl records, cassette tapes, photographs, photo negatives, and slides into digital media. Contact the Local & State History Room at (910) 483-7727, ext. 1359 for details.
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The library provides Internet access in compliance with federal regulations. If you believe that a site is blocked in error, please inform the library staff.
Children’s library cards are restricted to computers in the children’s department. These computers have fun and educational games along with heavy internet filtering. A parent or guardian must accompany children seven years old or younger. Parents are responsible for their children’s behavior and safety online.
Cumberland County Public Library & Information Center in partnership with SYSTEL provides copying, printing, and faxing services at all library locations.
Printing is available from library computers and wi-fi. You must purchase a Print Card to print. Print Card cost $2, come pre-loaded with $1.50, and are re-usable in printers and copiers at all locations.
Black & white prints are 10 cents per page. Color prints are 30 cents per page. Only single-side printing is available.
Every library location has a photocopier. Prices are 15 cents per page or 10 cents with a Print Card. Color copiers are available and cost 50 cents per page. Copiers can do two-sided copying.
Library printers and copiers use only library-supplied paper.
To print from your laptop, follow directions to
download the Print Client software, or ask a staff member for assistance.
Typewriters are available at Headquarters, North Regional Branch and West Regional Branch.
All locations have fax machines. Fax service provided for a fee and is cash only. International faxing is not available at every location.
All locations offer scanning services for 50 cents per page. Scans must be saved to a personal flash drive.
Please call any library location for more information.
Wireless internet access is free at all locations. The network name is CCLIBWIRELESS, and it should connect automatically on most laptops. Users will need to click the login button on the LeoSpot screen to connect.
The library’s wireless network is not secure. Information sent from or to your laptop can be captured by anyone else with a wireless device and the appropriate software. We encourage users to observe standard security practices in relation to passwords and credit cards. The library is not responsible for any losses.
The library provides Internet access in compliance with federal regulations. If you believe that a site is blocked in error, please inform the library staff.
To print from your laptop, follow directions to
download the Print Client software, or ask a staff member for assistance.