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Computer Lab @ the Library

Computer Lab

  • 25 multimedia computers, one of which is a handicap accessible computer station with an electrically adjustable desk.

  • Printing full-color is $.50 per page, and black and white is $.25 per page. The Computer Lab houses a color laser printer and all patron documents are printed here.

  • Printing from personal laptops is available, please click on the LibData icon below for more information and instructions.

  • Scanning is available on the Computer Lab copier for no charge however patrons must have a valid email address to use this service.

  • Storage devices: Patrons may purchase 256MB flash drives in the Lab for $2.50.

  • Headphones are no longer provided. You may bring your own headphones or ear buds, or you may purchase headphones for $2.50.

  • Time limit is three hours per day per person on the computers. However your session may be extended if there are computers available for other patrons to use. 

Additional Services Provided Throughout the Library

  • Catalog iPads (OPACS) are placed in the Adult, Children's and Circulation Depts.

  • Wi-Fi is available in all areas of the library, including auditoriums and meeting rooms. See the Internet & Wi-Fi Policy.

  • Printing from personal laptops is available, please click on the LIBDATA icon below for more information and instructions. 


To print wirelessly from anywhere click here.

Software Applications, Reference and Database Links in the Computer Lab

Software Description

  • Google Chrome OS

  • Adobe Acrobat Reader - Reads PDF files from any application.

  • Google Chrome - Browse the Internet.

  • Word Processing Application

  • Spreadsheet Application

  • Power Point Presentation Application

Reference and Database Links

  • Ancestry – Genealogical research database

  • EBSCO Reference – Reference database that includes online Encyclopedias, books, journals and more!

  • Homewood Code of Ordinances – Database containing the Homewood Codes of Governance.

  • Social Security Administration

  • JCLC Databases – A set of over 70 databases and reference sites for the publics use. Includes items such as dictionaries, encyclopedias, social sciences, history, including local and genealogy, health, science, business, languages literature and much more. Check it out!

For questions, phone 205.332.6632 or email computer services
using the general questions form on the contact us page.