Computers & Internet

Here’s a look at the policies for computer and Internet use at the library.

KCLS Web Features
The following Web features are available to help you interact with the library catalog and access other online library services.

Talking About Books
Listen to recorded book reviews presented by KCLS library staff members.

Reserve a PC
Sign up online to schedule your use of a library computer.

Computer Classes
Take advantage of free computer training sessions offered at many community libraries. Increase your skills by learning how to use the Internet, popular software and online library resources.

Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA)
Find out about CIPA, the law governing Internet access and filtering at public libraries.

Computer Booking and Printing Policy
View computer reservation and printout guidelines. (To book computer time online, go to Reserve a PC.)

Access to Social Networking Sites
Library patrons can access sites such as My Space and Facebook. Learn more about the role of such sites in the lives of young people, and find safety information for parents.

Internet Filtering Software Policy
KCLS cards are automatically set to filter out sites with strong violent or sexual content in compliance with the Children’s Internet Protection Act (see above). If you’d like the filter removed, are conducting legitimate research and are 17 or older, please contact a library staff member.

Computer Labs
Get free access to computer programs you may need for projects related to home, school or work. Learn more about creating resumes and using popular applications.

Public Computer Time Limits
Find out how long you can use library computers each day. The list is organized by KCLS branch.

Wireless Internet Access
All KCLS libraries offer wireless access. Learn more about the service and how to use it.

Plasma Screens
KCLS would like to thank our partner GalleryPlayer, Inc. and various local Friends groups for providing our plasma screens.

KCLS Network/Internet Speed
The speed of internet connections varies at each KCLS library. While most of our community libraries connect to the KCLS Service Center at an average speed of 20Mb/s, some libraries are connected at a rate of 3Mb/s or 1.5Mb/s. There is about 120 Mb/s worth of Internet bandwidth that is shared between two Internet service providers.

Speed connections vary based on usage levels. For example, a library experiencing heavy internet usage, which occurs when multiple patrons simultaneously view streaming video, may have an impact on the connection speed. 

The wireless connection speed depends on the person's individual computer.

Last Updated: June 18, 2009