Frequently Asked Questions

All KDL branches have computers that are available for public use at no cost. If you don't have a library card, free guest passes for the computers are always available.

Basic guidelines for computer use at KDL include:

• A 60-minute time limit on all standard public computer terminals.
• Time limits may be extended under exceptional circumstances.
• Internet access for those under 18 years of age is filtered.
• You are required to sign up for computer access at some branch locations.
• Printing from computers is currently free (up to 50 pages per week).
• Patrons must have a library card from a Lakeland Cooperative library in order to use KDL computers. Free, temporary internet guest cards for non-residents may be issued at the judgment of KDL staff.

View the full Guidelines for Computer Use.

All of KDL's public-use computers run on Windows 10 and have the following programs:

• Edge
• Firefox
• Chrome
• Microsoft Office:
  • Excel
  • Powerpoint
  • Publisher
  • Word
  • Access
• Windows Media Player
• Adobe Reader
• Calculator
• Link to Grand Rapids Press
• Link to Muskegon Chronicle Newspaper
• Link to Social Security
• Gimp
• VLC Media
• Snipping Tool

All KDL branches have WiFi available for the public. There is no log-in or password required, and there's no fee to connect. Please ask KDL staff if you need any assistance.

Photocopy machines with printing, copying, and scanning functions are available at all KDL locations.  Curbside printing is also available.  Free printing is limited to 50 pages per week.

Printing services include:

• curbside printing (black and white and color), 
• printing from a library computer (black and white and color) 
• copying (black and white and color)
• scanning (to email or USB)

Please be mindful of the environment and print only what you need, and recycle when you are finished.