Technology

The Library is wired…and ready to connect with the Westport community. Come click with new technological resources, from a host of computers to e-readers to WiFi, wireless printing, digital audiobooks, and free music downloads. You can contact our Technology department via phone at 203-291-4802 or via email at support@westportlibrary.org.

WiFi

The Library’s free WiFi network is accessible throughout the building—as well as outside in the parking lot and at the picnic tables on the Riverwalk.

NETWORK NAME:
WL Public WiFi

Computers

The Library offers one express desktop computer, three standard desktop computers, and twelve laptops (6 Macs & 6 PCs) in the Laptops Anytime vending machine on the Main Level.

The Library also has:

  • fax machine
  • color and black and white printing
  • scanners to digitize documents
  • copiers
  • Sessions can be reserved in 60-minute increments 
  • You may extend your session if no one else has reserved the computer 
    • Maximum of 3 extensions allowed 
    • Maximum total usage time: 4 hours 
  • The system offers extension options based on how much time is left.
  • When the extension window appears, users can choose from a dropdown menu. 
  • The maximum extension available matches the remaining time. 
    • Example: If 50 minutes remain, you can extend up to 50 minutes (but not more). 
  • Users can also choose smaller increments, such as 15 or 30 minutes.
  • If all computers are in use, use a designated reservation station to book the next available desktop. 
  • Reservations are held for 10 minutes only. If not claimed within 10 minutes, the reservation is automatically canceled. 
  • Express computers cannot be reserved.

Wireless Printing & Scanning

Wireless printing goes to our printing station on the Main Level next to the main staircase. Go to our Wireless Printing link and follow the on-screen instructions.

The Scan Station offers faster, easier scanning of photos and multiple pages with a plethora of options to save and/or send files. Images can be scanned in high resolution in either black-and-white or color and saved as jpeg, pdf, Word or html files.

Computer Classes

Discover new technology tips and tricks with our "Anyone Can Use..." resource classes

For video instruction, check out our Database Video Tutorials or LinkedIn Learning database; it's completely free with your library card!

Tech Help & Training

Stop by the Library to see our tech support staff for assistance in digital resources from our website, to our scanners, to our library apps for reading and printing. You can contact us via phone at 203-291-4802 or via email at support@westportlibrary.org.

Charging Stations

The Library has electrical outlets and USB charging ports on all three levels located at most of the modular tables and reading areas.

Upcoming Technology Events at the Library

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