Use Computers & Technology

   Use a Computer in the Library

• All of our locations offer free access to computers you can use to search our online resources, connect to the internet, and print documents.

   Print & Scan Documents

Print at the Library

• Printing is available at all Library locations.
• Print wirelessly by uploading a print job at camb.ma/printcpl and retrieving your printouts from a wireless printing station (available at all Library locations). A card is required for remote printing.

Scan Documents

• Scan documents to printer, email or USB drive.

   Assistive Technology 

• The Main Library offers a desktop video magnifier and a Braille embosser. Please call the Tech Bar at 617-349-4425 for access.  
• All Library Desktop PCs are equipped with JAWS (Job Access With Speech) assistive technology software that can read text to you. 
• Please check out our Accessibility Services page for more information on assistive technology and other services offered at the Library. 

   Takeout Technology

The Cambridge Public Library has a variety of technology available to borrow for a two-week loan period with two automatic renewals if no one is waiting.

1. Call to request a device. Have your library card number ready.

   Main Library:	617-349-4425
   Boudreau Branch:	617-349-4017
   Central Square Branch:	617-349-4010
   Collins Branch:	617-349-4021
   O'Connell Branch:	617-349-4019
   O'Neill Branch:	617-349-4023
   Valente Branch:	617-349-4015

2. When your requested item is ready for pickup, we will call you and hold the item for 5 open days. You can pickup during our current service hours.
3. Return your device to a service desk during our service hours. Takeout Technology must be returned to the same location you picked up the item.

Takeout Technology Items