Library Computers

Logging in to Library Computers

Log in with:

• Non-expired Carrollton Public Library card with under $10 in fees
• Guest pass issued at Service Desk

A card can only be used on ONE computer at a time.

The Computer Use Policy must be followed.

Available Software

Browsers

• Firefox
• Chrome
• Edge

Productivity and Task Software

• Microsoft Word 2021 
• Microsoft Excel 2021
• Microsoft PowerPoint 2021
• Microsoft Publisher 2021
• Adobe Acrobat Reader DC¹

¹Adobe Acrobat Reader only works to VIEW a PDF. There is no software installed to EDIT a PDF.

• Adobe's free Convert PDF to Word online tool may work for what you need.

Accessibility Software

• Magnifier
• Narrator

Session Limits

• Guaranteed 60 minutes
• Session extended if no one is in the queue to use a computer
• 10 hours per day maximum

Sound

Headphones must be used to hear sound.

• BRING headphones
• BUY headphones at the desk for $4

Saving

• Save to a USB flash drive for access later
• Save to computer for temporary access to upload or attach files
• Files saved to the computer are DELETED when you log off the computer

Internet Access

Wi-Fi Access

Name of Network

Both Library locations provide a free wireless network with the network name (SSID) broadcast - NO password necessary. Make sure your laptop, tablet, or phone is automatically displaying available networks in your Wi-Fi settings and look for:

• Carrollton Public Library

This is an UNSECURED network with no encryption, so be cautious with your personal and financial information.

Availability of Network

This Wi-Fi network is available inside and outside both Libraries from:

• 5 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Troubleshooting

• Make sure Wi-Fi is on
  • Some laptops have a physical switch that may be OFF
• Your laptop may be stopping your connection because it is an unsecured network
• Saved Internet connection settings may interfere with connecting. Be sure you know how to restore those settings before you disable them.

Wired Internet Access

There are hot data ports in the Study Rooms and along the walls of both Libraries with a green INTERNET PORT label.

Use requires:

• Ethernet cable
• Network interface card (NIC) in your laptop

Mobile Hotspots

The Library has 45 mobile hotspots that can be checked out for 14 days by Carrollton residents to get Internet access at home or wherever you need it.

More about Hotspots can be found on the Library of Things page

Printing

Wireless Printing

There is currently NO wireless printing option at this time. You cannot print from your laptop or mobile device to the Library's printers. You must use a Library computer to print.

How to print a document saved only on your personal device:

• File must be compatible with available software listed above on this page
• Save your files to a USB flash drive or online drive
  OR
  Email them to yourself.
• Come to the service desk for a guest pass if you do not have a Carrollton Public Library card.

Printing from Library Computers

The Carrollton Public Library card number or guest pass card number used to sign in to the computer is used to release print jobs at the Print Station.

Cost of printing:

• Black and White - $0.15/page, $0.30 for double-sided
• Color - $0.50/page, $1.00 for double-sided