Computer services
We offer a variety of technology to help you with school, work, and life. If you need help using any of the technology at the library, just ask at the info desk!
Public internet access computers
Computers with internet access are available for public use at all Durham County Library locations.
Wireless internet access
You can connect your own device to the internet at any of our locations. Our wireless internet access is free and does not require a password. Look for the network named “DCo Library Public.” Heads up – our network is an unsecured network.
Hotspots for checkout
Your Durham County Library card lets you borrow a mobile hotspot to take the internet wherever you go!
Printing
Printing is available at all locations. You can send your file to the printer from one of our public computers, or print to a library printer from your own device using our mobile printing service. There is a small fee that can be paid by credit card at Main Library’s adult computers and in cash at our other locations. The minimum credit card charge is $1.
Scanners
Scanners are available at all locations. Our scanners have both flatbed and document feeder options. They can handle up to legal sized (8.5″ x 14″) documents. Scanning is free of cost.
Copiers
Copiers are available at all locations. There is a small fee that can be paid by credit card at Main Library's adult computers and in cash at our other locations. The minimum credit card charge is $1.
Fax
Fax machines are available for public use at all Durham County Library locations. Faxing is free of cost.
Maker equipment
Available through STEAM services at Main Library.
3D printing
Create physical 3D models from digital files with printers that melt and extrude plastic layer-by-layer.
Cricut / light-cutting machine
Do-it-yourself machines that cut a wide variety of lighter materials such as papers, vinyl, and fabric.
Laser cutter / heavy-cutting machine
An easy-to-use machine that can cut, score, and/or engrave many different heavier materials such as wood, cardboard, and some plastics.
Poster printer
High-quality prints for all of your poster needs.
Sewing machine
A machine for all of your stitching, fixing, and fabric creation needs. Equipment availability coming soon!
STEAM kits for checkout
Want to test out some of our STEAM tech with your classroom, group, or family? Need a tool to complete that home or hobby project? You can check out a STEAM tech or tool kit from the Maker + STEAM department!
Assistive technology
To make sure that everyone can access our services and resources, we have a range of assistive technologies available to use.
The Tech Mobile
A giant vehicle the size of a large yellow school bus or RV, the Tech Mobile is loaded with all sorts of technology that's ready to hit the road. It can serve as a mobile hotspot in the community, offer STEAM programming and computer classes, let you host a meeting in our meeting space, and much more!