Computers and WiFi FAQs

  • General Questions

    All Stark Library locations provide public access computers. SCDL employs a PC Reservation System that requires computer users to have a library card. All customers will receive 120 minutes of computer access per day. The time will be divided into three sessions, with the first lasting 60 minutes, followed by two 30 minute sessions. If no one is waiting for a computer, customers may use all 120 minutes without taking a break. Computers will shut down 15 minutes prior to closing.

    To use an Available Computer: Have your library barcode ready before beginning. Click "Available" and enter a complete Stark Library card's barcode. Click OK.
    Click Accept on the Use Policy page.
    Click OK to Use this Computer. A timer box will appear and remain until it times out or you select End Session.

    If all computer stations are in use, you will need to Reserve a Computer: Have your library barcode ready before beginning. Click "Available" and enter a complete Stark Library card's barcode. Click OK.
    Choose where you would like to use a computer. 
    Take your receipt which will identify the time and computer you will use.

    When momentarily stepping away from a computer session, use the Hide option found on the timer's options located under the dropdown arrow (you will need to create a password to reopen the session).

    Closing or ending the session occurs if the End Session button is selected or if the allotted time has expired. Confirm the conclusion of a session, click OK.

    All public computers provide Internet access and Microsoft Office for:
    Word Processing
    Spreadsheets
    Presentations
    Databases

    Yes.  Wireless Internet access is available at all Stark Library locations.

    You will need a wireless network interface card that is compatible with the 802.11b or an 802.11g standard. Most devices are equipped with a compatible wireless card. Please observe Stark Library's Internet and Computer Use Policy while using the library's wireless network.

    Your computer may automatically detect the wireless network when you are in the library. If your computer detects more than one wireless network, choose "Public Library" to access the library's network. If your computer doesn't automatically detect the network, use the software provided with your wireless network interface card to connect to the public library wireless network.

    The staff can provide basic information for accessing the network, but the user is responsible for configuration and troubleshooting of their personal equipment.

    No. Most public wireless networks do not offer secure access. Please keep this in mind when accessing or providing business or personal information over the library's wireless network.

    Open your web browser and try to connect to a website. If you are not connected, check to see if your wireless settings are set properly. If you still cannot connect, check with a librarian to find out if the library's wireless network is currently having a problem.

    No. It is free to anyone in the library.

    No. If you wish to filter your device, you must install personal filtering software.

    Yes, with our Wireless Printing service, you can print virtually any document or web page from your Internet connected device to any one of our library locations. That means you can print from your home, office, or coffee shop—anywhere you have internet access. Read more about Wireless Printing

    Hands-on computer classes are free and open to adults, unless otherwise noted. Seating is limited; advance registration is required. Please call any Stark Library location or Technology Training Services: Hannah Merry at 330.458.3150 to register, register by email, or register online for each class in the Calendar of Events.

    • FAXES (sending only)
      Local and Long Distance :  Free
      International: Unavailable
    • COPIES or PRINTING
      Photocopier: $0.15 per B&W page, $.30 per double-sided B&W page, $.50 per color page
      B&W Printer: $0.15 per page
      Color Printer: $0.50 per page
    • SCAN TO E-MAIL

    Free

    • STORAGE MEDIA
      USB Drives: $5.00 each

    SCDL has a PC Reservation System that requires computer users to have a library card. All customers will receive 120 minutes of computer access per day. The time will be divided into three sessions, with the first lasting 60 minutes, followed by two 30 minute sessions. If no one is waiting for a computer, customers may use all 120 minutes without taking a break. Computers will shut down 15 minutes prior to closing.

    To use an Available Computer: Have your library barcode ready before beginning. Click "Available" and enter a complete Stark Library card's barcode. Click OK.
    Click Accept on the Use Policy page.
    Click OK to Use this Computer. A timer box will appear and remain until it times out or you select End Session.

    If all available stations are in use, you will need to Reserve a Computer: Have your library barcode ready before beginning. Click "Available" and enter a complete Stark Library card's barcode. Click OK.
    Choose where you would like to use a computer.
    Take your receipt which will identify the time and computer you will use.

    When momentarily stepping away from a computer session, use the Hide option found on the timer's options located under the dropdown arrow (you will need to create a password to reopen the session).

    Closing or ending the session occurs if the End Session button is selected or if the allotted time has expired. Confirm the conclusion of a session, click OK.