Information Technology Center (ITC)

Information Technology Center (ITC)

The Information Technology Center (ITC) is provided by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). Our public service includes PC with internet access, Wi-Fi Access, basic computer learning lessons, and printing.

Use of Library Computers

JKPL provides access to free internet computers for patrons with a valid library card.  Please call JKPL to reserve the use of a computer. You may reserve one 45-minute internet session per appointment.  Maximum of two sessions per day.

Saving files when using a library computer- Files cannot be permanently saved on to the computer’s hard drive, but downloading to a personal storage device like a flash drive or USB drive is allowed. Remember to bring a personal storage device with you.

Printing from a library computer- JKPL library computers are connected to printers. A fee of 25¢ per page for black and white is used to cover the cost of toner and paper. Printing must be completed before the end of your session.

FREE COMPUTER LESSONS @ITC

The ITC offers Weekly Computer Lessons.

Lessons Offered:

    • Basic Computer
    • Word Processing
    • PowerPoint Presentation
    • Excel (Spreadsheet)
    • Internet Etiquette

How to sign up:

    • Must have a Joeten-Kiyu Public Library Card.
    • Fees, Dues or Obligations must be resolved on a weekly basis or completely.
    • Walk-Ins sign up at the ITC to register, select a lesson, and choose a day and time.
    • Call-Ins must have their JKPL Library Card number and provide contact information.

For more information, call (670) 235-7322/7323 and ask about the ITC computer lessons.

Information Technology Center Policy/Rules

ITC FACILITY RULES

    • Persons under the age of 9 must be accompanied by an authorized Guardian/Parent when using the ITC. Unattended children in the ITC will have their parent or guardian contacted, if the library is unable to contact the parent, the child will be handed over to the Division of Youth Services.
    • No Food or Drink is allowed in the ITC Facility and the Joeten-Kiyu Public Library.
    • Cellular Devices should be set to vibrate or silent mode while in the ITC. Please use the phone outside of the ITC.
    • For safety reasons, please use footwear while in the ITC. If your clothing is soaked, please do not use the ITC computers or any electronic device in the ITC.
    • Do not connect a personal electronic device in the ITC without first checking with an ITC staff.

COMPUTERS

    • The ITC provides 15 Windows based Computers with Office Application Software, Image Editing Software, and a Browser for internet use. 
    • Use of personal external devices such as External Hard Drives or USB Drives must first be checked with the ITC Staff to ensure that it is safe and will not compromise the function of ITC computers. Media Devices such as Digital Cameras, Smartphones, External CD/DVD-Rom or Print/Scan devices are not allowed. Please ask ITC Staff to assist if data needs to be accessed from such devices.
    • Please do not install software on any of the ITC Computers; any attempt made will be grounds for denial of access to ITC Facilities and Services.

INTERNET ACCESS

    • Internet access is available on all Computers in the Information Technology Center. Use of these computers requires a library card which can be obtained at the Front Desk Circulation of the Library. Please see Front Desk on how to get your Joeten-Kiyu Public Library Card.
    • The ITC is mandated to follow CIPA (Children’s Internet Protection Act) regulations. Therefore, access to adult oriented images, media and/or social websites are not allowed. Any attempt to circumvent ITC policy will be grounds to permanently ban violators all access to ITC services and facility.

Wi-Fi ACCESS

    • Wi-Fi is available at the Joeten-Kiyu Public Library. To access this service, please have your JKPL Card checked in at the ITC. A password will be provided for the card holder. Wi-Fi usage is monitored.  JKPL is not liable for any damage to hardware or software of personal devices connected to the ITC Wi-Fi network.

PRINTING

    • Printing is available at twenty five cents (25¢) per page in black and white for letter size (8½” x 11”) paper and forty cents (40¢) for legal size (8½”x14”).  Before printing, please ask for assistance to ensure no accidental excess printouts and/or errors. Printing in color is not available at the moment.

    • Due to limited resources, a request for large number of copy/printing is not permitted without first checking with the ITC Staff (Additional Fees may be included). Price formula takes into consideration the Ink and paper supply with ITC staff assistance time for complex or large quantity printouts.

      Special Projects that involve extensive Print/Scan/Copying will require calling ahead of time for scheduling and review before approval, as this may take up resource and facilities during operational hours. Additional Fees may be included.

SCANNING

    • Scanning services are available to the public at a fee of $1.00 (One U.S. Dollar per scan). A student scanning for academic/research purposes is free. Scan to USB and Print will be charged based on printing fee + scanning fee. Please ask ITC staff to assist in scanning to ensure proper scanning with ITC equipment. 

ITC ASSISTANCE

    • The ITC Staff may assist in the use of JKPL-ITC Computers; these include the Horizon Public Access Computers specifically used for searching JKPL collections.

ITC Assistance is limited to the following:

    • Print Media Files, Web-to-Print Images, and Website content that are already opened by the library patron. Unreadable or unrecognized files may be opened on request, but at the discretion of the staff identifying whether the file is not compatible, unsafe, or corrupted.
    • ITC Staff may assist in the basic use of the available software in the ITC computers.
    • JKPL-ITC Staff are not authorized to circumvent or retrieve secure encrypted files, access logins/passwords, and/or websites at the request of a patron unable to access it themselves.
    • JKPL-ITC Staff are not allowed to alter write-protected files, digital or hard copy documents/images.
    • JKPL-ITC Staff are not allowed to alter, modify, or configure security settings to personal electronic devices.
    • JKPL-ITC Staff are not allowed to install or configure software/apps to personal electronic devices.
    • JKPL-ITC Staff are not allowed to copy, download, print, and/or alter copyright/licensed online and hardcopy material without expressed written permission from the authorized owner of the data/material. (Owner must specify permissions to material)

  1. JKPL-ITC Staff is authorized to provide access to the USCIS appointment website and assist only in setting scheduled appointments on the USCIS Website.