Computers & Technology FAQ

Yes. There are a number of computers located within the Library to allow Internet access for adult, teen and children patrons and guests. Please see a librarian to help you gain access to these machines.

Yes, all computers for public use are connected to a centralized printer which will guide you through the printing process. You can choose to print in color or black and white. Applicable fees will be displayed. Prints are to be picked up at the circulation desk.

Color printing can be done by using the public internet computers. Color copies can be made by using the scanner located in the reference area of both library buildings. Applicable fees will be displayed. Prints are to be picked up at the circulation desk.

Yes. Wireless Internet access is available throughout both buildings, in the court yard at the Northport location and in the park adjacent to the East Northport location. 

The Library has deployed a wireless print solution called Princh.

Laptop & Chromebooks
Patrons can to upload files they want printed using the Princh website (https://print.princh.com) and one of our library printer codes.

NENPL Printer Codes
Circulation Desk – adult and teen patrons, also child patrons printing in Color
– Northport: 1 0 3 0 2 7 (NP Patron Flyer)
– East Northport: 1 0 3 0 2 8 (EN Patron Flyer)

Children’s Room – child patrons printing in black and white only
– Northport: 1 0 3 0 3 1 (Children’s NP Patron Flyer)
– East Northport: 1 0 3 0 3 4 (Children’s EN Patron Flyer)
NOTE: Printing in the Children’s rooms is limited to children.

The library maintains several versions of word processing software.

You may search through our Online Resources at home, or from the library. You will need you library card and password to use available databases at home.

The public computers in the library accept a variety of media.  You will have to ask for a USB disk drive to use your diskette.

We  make every effort to keep our public computers current with the latest in word processing, spreadsheet, graphic and database applications. The programs are both commercial and open source.

Scanners for the public are available in both Library buildings. Each scanner allows you to save documents to a variety of formats and offers different output options.

Upcoming Events

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Advanced Microsoft Excel (In-Person)

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Northport Building
Registration
Library Location: Northport Building
Room: Community Room - Northport
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs, Computers & Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:
NENC617 Learn about advanced Excel features including vLookup, data validation, pivot tables, and subtotals. Intermediate Microsoft Excel or equivalent experience required. Part 3 of a 3-part series. 12 laptops will be provided in the classroom...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Location: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs, Computers & Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
NENC609 Learn how to create presentations with Microsoft PowerPoint. The class covers the basics of designing a slideshow including editing, formatting, saving, animation, video, and more. Prerequisite: basic computer knowledge. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Location: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs, Computers & Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:
NENC618 Would you like to buy or sell items on the popular classified advertising website craigslist.org? This lecture will cover the basics of account creation, checking reliability of sellers and buyers, online safety, and more. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Location: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs, Computers & Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
NENC619 In this demonstration class, learn how to create amazing and unique designs using the free Design Space program from Cricut. You’ll learn how to create a unique design, or import premade designs, as well as what you need to print your fina...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

All About Amazon Prime (via Zoom)

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual
Registration
Library Location: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs, Computers & Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:
NENC620 There is more to Amazon Prime than two-day shipping. Learn all about everything you can do with your Prime membership, from music, ebooks, videos, photo storage, same-day delivery, to shopping discounts, and more. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Location: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs, Computers & Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:
NENC610 Learn the basics of word processing using Microsoft Word. Topics include creating, saving, and editing a document, as well as formatting text and pages. Basic computer knowledge required. ...