Tech 4 U
Technology is everywhere today and it can be frustrating trying to determine where to get help. Tech 4 U brings together the library's tech-related resources to assist with the following:
- Set up eBooks and digital media on a personal device.
- Take a computer or tech-related class at the library or online.
- Make digital creations at the library's makerspaces.
- Get personal help with a technology-related issue.
TAKING A COMPUTER OR TECH TOPIC COURSE
Self-Paced Online Classes
DigitalLearn.org is for people who are new to computers or who haven’t used a computer in a long time. For computer users who are a little unsure and uncomfortable or just need a bit of a refresher, this website has short tutorials to help them tackle technology at their own pace and gain the confidence they need to succeed.
LearningExpress Library offers basic classes for computer applications from Adobe, Corel and Microsoft Office. Users can set up a username and password to track their progress.
LinkedIn Learning hosts a constantly growing video library with over 6,000 courses covering business, design, web development and multimedia skills, as well as software applications and computer programming languages. From basic to advanced courses, students can earn certificates of completion they can post to a LinkedIn profile.
In-Person Classes
The library’s appointment-based Tech Help service can provide library patrons with one-on-one tech help catered to their needs.
See the Tech Help page for more information.
The library also sometimes offers group classes on technology-related topics. See the Event Calendar for a list of upcoming classes.
The hotspots program has returned with device availability at all Irving Library locations!
All Irving Public Library cardholders who have been members for 90 days or longer with a card type that allows physical check outs are eligible to borrow a hotspot. Hotspots can support up to 10 internet-connected devices. Below are some important details about the program:
- South Irving Library hotspots will continue to require a survey upon check out.
- Hotspots check out for 3 weeks. Due to program popularity and device availability, hotspots cannot be renewed.
- When a hotspot becomes overdue, it will no longer send the wireless signal, so please don't hold on to overdue devices. Return hotspots on time to keep the waitlist moving. This makes the process faster for everyone! Hotspots can be returned to any Irving Public Library location.
- Only 1 hotspot can be checked out at a time. When it is returned, it must go to the next person on the waitlist.
- Hotspot holds cannot be placed at multiple locations. The customer must also check out the hotspot at the location for which the hold was placed.
Discovery and Creation at Library Makerspaces
The South Irving Library and Valley Ranch Library feature labs for making digital and real-space items. The West Irving Library’s space is still in the process of opening but offers some STEM classes for children. Usage of the spaces requires an orientation session and signing a user agreement and liability waiver.
Visit the MiY Zone Makerspace page for more details.
