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.
Scanners
Scanners are available at each location except for Bragtown Branch Library. Main Library and East Regional have document feeder / flatbed scanners. All other locations have flatbed scanners. Check your location to confirm maximum page size.
Scanning is free of cost. You will need a library card or computer use card to sign on to the scanner computer.
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.
Fax
Fax machines are available for public use at all Durham County Library locations except for Bragtown Branch Library.
Faxing at Main Library is free of charge.
At our other locations, faxes cost $1.75 for the first page and $1 for each page after that. The fax machines only accept credit cards for payment (not cash). You can check the status of your fax online after sending it.
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 and Cameo / light-cutting machines
Do-it-yourself machines that cut a wide variety of lighter materials such as papers, vinyl, and fabric. Equipment availability coming soon!
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. Equipment availability coming soon!
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!
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!