Computers and Internet Access

Computers for public use are connected to a high-speed fiber optic network and have standard Microsoft Office software installed. Customers may use personal USB drives and CDs/DVDs in the computers.

Free wireless Internet access is provided.

Library card required for computer use. Guest passes may be issued -- contact the library of your choice to verify details for that location.

Internet Computers and Wi-Fi

Each individual is responsible for his or her appropriate use of the Internet in a public place. Parents or guardians have the responsibility to guide and oversee their children’s computer use and Internet access. Libraries may additionally require direct supervision of young children.

Rules of Engagement

  • In order to provide a safe and comfortable environment for all users, customer responsibilities are:
  • Refrain from viewing pornographic content.
  • Comply with copyright law and adhere to software licensing agreements.
  • Refrain from streaming or downloading copyrighted materials.
  • Comply with all local, state, and federal laws including, but not limited to, those concerning fraud, privacy, or obscenity.
  • Observe the established computer time limits.
  • Respect the security of the network.
  • Respect privacy of other customers.
  • Failure to comply may result in loss of computer access or library privileges in addition to any appropriate legal action, including criminal prosecution.

Each library is operated independently by its city and establishes its own printing costs, policies, time limits and availability.

Crestview

22 public use computers
2 early literacy computers for young children
Black & white printing 15 cents/page
Wireless available during open hours

Destin

Multimedia Production Lab
24 public use computers
1 early literacy computer for young children
B/W printing 15 cents/page
Color printing 25 cents/page
Wireless available 24/7

Fort Walton Beach

Multimedia Production Lab (Mac computer for photo video editing)
11 public use computers
2 early literacy computers for young children
B/W printing 20 cents/page
Wireless available during open hours

Mary Esther

11 public use computers
2 youth computers
1 early literacy computer for young children
B/W printing 15 cents/page
Wireless available during open hours

Niceville

28 public use computers
8 teen room computers
4 youth computers
4 early literacy computers for young children
B/W printing 10 cents/page
Color printing 25 cents/page
Wireless available during open hours

Valparaiso

17 public use computers
4 early literacy computers for young children: two are bilingual English/Spanish, another English/French
B/W printing 15 cents/page
Wireless available 24/7
3D printer