Computers, Laptops, & Chromebooks

Public Computers
Computers stations are available for public use inside the main Library building for 60 minutes. Patrons can log on using their library card or a guest pass. Review and abide by the Internet Safety Policy: copies of this policy are also available at the Library’s service desk.

Laptops
Patrons at least 13 years of age with a Kenai Community Library card in good standing and a signed Electronic Device Liability Agreement on file may check out a laptop for 2 hours of use inside the Library building only. Review and abide by the Internet Safety Policy, Electronic Device Checkout Policy, and all other applicable policies. Copies of these policies are also available at the Library's service desk.

Chromebooks
The Kenai Community Library offers Chromebooks for a three-week checkout. Chromebooks are small, lightweight laptop computers with WiFi capabilities that run Google's Chrome OS. Sign in as a guest to use the internet or sign in with your Google account to create and share documents, edit photos, listen to music, and much more using Chrome apps. All of your work and settings are stored in the cloud. Once you log out, none of your personal data can be accessed by other users.

Please note: You will need internet access in order to use a Chromebook. 

Eligibility guidelines

Before checking out an electronic device for the first time, a user must:

• Have a valid Alaska Library Catalog library card. A library card is considered valid if the patron’s information is current and the account is in good standing.
• Present a valid photo ID. Acceptable forms of ID are a Driver's License, state-issued ID card, passport, alien registration card, or student identification card.
• Read, understand and sign the Electronic Device Liability Agreement.
• Be at least 13 years of age. Patrons 13-17 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian sign a liability form in person before first check-out. The parent/legal guardian assumes responsibility for the device.
• Review and abide by the Internet Safety policy, Electronic Device Checkout policy, and all other applicable policies. Copies of these policies are available at the library's service desk.

How it works

• Request a device - Come to the service desk or call us at 907-283-4387 during service hours. Provide your library card number and request a Chromebook.  Your library card MUST Be in good standing and up-to-date. You may borrow one Chromebook at a time.
• Pick up your device - pick up your device at the Kenai Community Library service desk or via curbside pickup. You will be required to show your library card or photo ID at checkout. Your library card MUST Be in good standing and up-to-date. Devices are checked out for 21 days with one renewal if no other holds exist. Devices requested over the phone must be picked up within 2 days of the device becoming available. 
• Get help - If you need help getting started, please check out our Getting started section and our Chromebook Quick Guide. 
• Return your device -  Chromebooks must be dropped off at the Kenai Community Library. Drop off the Chromebook at the service desk or via curbside pickup.  Do not place device into the drop box. Overdue Chromebooks will be remotely disabled at 1 day overdue and replacement costs will be assessed at 7 days overdue.
• Need internet access? - WiFi is available in the library, as well as in both parking lots.