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Public Computers

The library’s public computers are free for general use. Please note that personal information on the computer will be automatically deleted when you log off. Nothing may be saved onto the computer. Please save any important information to your email, flash drive, or other device. The library has computers in several different areas:

  • The Reference Department has 16 available.
  • Catalog-only computers are available throughout the fiction, nonfiction and Children’s Room.

Available Software

The software programs available on the computer are as follows and may be subject to change:

  • Adobe Reader
  • Calculator
  • Chrome
  • GIMP
  • Libre Office
  • Microsoft Edge
  • Microsoft Excel 2016
  • Microsoft Powerpoint 2016
  • Microsoft Publisher 2016
  • Microsoft Word 2016
  • Notepad
  • Paint
  • Screen Narrator
  • Screen Magnifier
  • Snipping Tools
  • Wordpad

Computer and Internet Policy and Rules of Use (PDF)

Wi-Fi

The Wi-Fi is free for public access. Please look for “Needham Library” as the appropriate Wi-Fi connection.

Chromebooks, Laptops and Hotspots

The Library Department has Chromebooks, Laptops and WiFi Hotspots available for borrowing. Chromebooks and Hotspots are available for 2 week loan periods, Laptops are available for in library use only.

The Chromebooks and hotspots were generously funded by the Library Foundation of Needham and the Friends of the Needham Public Library.