Computers/Internet
Flex-n-Gate Computer Center
The library offers free access to computer workstations as part of its mission to serve the informational, educational, and recreational needs of library users.
A current library card in the Lincoln Trail Libraries System database is required to login to a computer workstation. For those without library cards, a computer-use-only card can be issued at Circulation Services on the first floor.
By using computer workstations or personal laptop computers at the library, users automatically agree to abide by the library’s Online Computer User Agreement.
In the Flex-n-Gate Computer Center, you will find:
- Computer workstations with Internet access, MS office applications, and digital media software.
- Dedicated workstations for seniors, adults-only, and multi-person use.
- Access to online resources to help you with research or your homework.
- Staff and technology volunteers who can answer your computer related questions.
Other Computers Available in the Library:
- Parent workstations in Children’s Services for adults and caregivers accompanied by young children.
- Computer workstations with popular educational games in Children’s Services for those in grades 5 and under.
- Internet workstations in Children’s Services for those under the age of 8 who are accompanied by a responsible person, age 14 or older.
- Computer workstations in the Champaign County Historical Archives for genealogical or local history information.
- Express Internet workstations (15-minute access), located by the Latté Da! coffee shop and in the Flex-n-Gate Computer Center on the second floor.
Free Hotspot Wireless
For those with personal laptop computers, the library provides free wireless access to the Internet throughout the building, on Cherry Alley, and on the Race Street porch.
If you experience problems with connecting or with speed while using the library’s wireless access, please notify library staff.
The library’s wireless access is not on a secure network, unless you are connected to a website that employs encryption. Please keep this in mind if you are conducting sensitive business or accessing personal information online.
