Public Computers

What do I need to use a computer?

Simply login with your library card barcode.

If you are not a Darien resident, you can register your library card at the Welcome Desk on the First Floor. It only takes about five minutes. We also issue one day guest passes at the Help Desk when you present your photo ID.

How long can I use the computer for?

You're guaranteed a one hour session every day. If you want more time, you can have additional 30-minute sessions if no one else is waiting to use a computer. Users are expected to abide by the Library's Internet Use Policy and Guidelines.

How much does it cost to print?

5 pages of black and white print are free each day.

Additional prints:

Black and white: 10 cents/page
Color: 25 cents/page
Color 11" x 17": 50 cents/page

If you need to add funds, please see a librarian.

What software is available on the computers?

All of the Library's public computers have the following programs loaded:

Adobe Acrobat Standard
Canon scanning software
Flash player
Google Earth
Internet Explorer
iTunes
Mozilla Firefox
Office 2007 (Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Word)
Photoshop Elements 3.0
QuickTime
Real Player
Roxio Creator 9 (for CD/DVD burning)
Windows Media Player
Windows XP

Additional software is loaded on the Tech Center computers only:

Adobe Dreamweaver CS5.5
InDesign CS 5
Illustrator CS 5.5
Microsoft Office 2010
PageMaker 6.5
Photoshop CS 5.5

For more information on the Library's public computers, call the Help Desk at 203-669-5238.

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