Computers, Copy, Print, Fax, and Scan

Computers for Public Use

Evergreen Park Public Library has the following:

• 13 Internet workstations with Microsoft Office for public use.
• 8 computers with filtered Internet access and Microsoft Office for youth use.
• 10 laptops available for loan inside the Library.
• 8 laptops and 4 tablets with pre-downloaded apps available for checkout.
• Wireless connectivity throughout the entire facility.

A few notes:

• The Library's computers are designated for specific purposes to provide efficient and equitable service for users.
• Librarians may deny use of the computer to anyone using it for purposes other than those designated by the Library.
• Library staff may offer basic assistance to users as time permits, but cannot offer personal instruction in the use of computer software.
• Users should possess adequate training for proper use of computer equipment.
• Use of the computers is on a first-come, first-served basis, no reservations.
• Only two users may sit at a workstation at one time.
• A parent is welcome to sit with his/her child while using the Internet. An adult must accompany children under age 6.

Fees

• Evergreen Park residents with a valid Evergreen Park Public Library card free of fees or fines may use the computers for no fee. Evergreen Park residents may not purchase a guest pass in lieu of paying fees or fines.
• For non-residents, there is no charge for a guest pass.
• There is no charge to use the homework computers near the Activity Room and no fee for users under the age of 18.

Internet Use and Word Processing Computers

• Users access the Internet through filtered terminals and are subject to the policy outlined in the Evergreen Park Public Library Computer and Internet Safety Policy
• The computers can be used for up to 4 hours per day, in one-hour sessions.
• Sessions can be consecutive as long as no one is waiting to use the computer, but you must log on again after each session ends.

With respect to any of its computers with Internet access, the Library uses technology protection measures in order to (a) protect minors against access through such computers to visual depictions which are obscene, constitute child pornography, or are otherwise harmful to minors, and (b) protect all users against access through such computers to visual depictions that are obscene or constitute child pornography.

Parents and legal guardians are responsible to monitor their children’s use of library computers and the Internet as they deem necessary, and are encouraged to supervise their children’s Internet sessions. Parents and guardians who do not wish to authorize their minor children to use library computers may so indicate in writing for their children under age 18, and the library card issued will be coded to preclude use of the library’s computers.

Laptops for Public Use

Laptop users must be of high school age or older. Each user must leave a valid form of identification (Driver's license, State ID, School ID, or Military ID) with the Circulation staff.

Laptops can be used in the library only, on a first-come, first-served basis. Laptops may be used for one full day. The Library reserves the right to shorten the loan period as required by demand. Laptops are available free of charge for Evergreen Park residents with cards in good standing. There is a $2 per day usage fee for nonresidents. Laptops shut down 30 minutes before the Library closes.

View the Laptop Loan Policy.

Computer Instruction

• The Computer Lab assistant or Adult Services staff will assist with your questions about using the Internet, email, and other computer-related issues in the Library as time permits.
• The library periodically offers hands-on technology instruction in the Computer Lab. View the current listings on our Events Calendar.

Computer Tutor

Do you need a little help learning how to use technology? Our bilingual computer tutor, Jessica Ramos, will offer private, one-hour sessions on using a computer, the Internet, email, Microsoft Office, and basic computer programs. Call the Circulation Desk at 708.422.8522, ext. 110, and the computer tutor will contact you to schedule an appointment.

Printing and Saving

• Printing may only be done on library-supplied paper, with the exception of resume printing.
• Black and white prints cost $.10 per page.
• Color prints cost $.50 per page.
• Data may be saved to a portable storage device or email account. A USB drive is recommended.
• You cannot save to the desktop, and all user files are deleted when the computers are shut down.

Printer Directions for Home or Wireless Use

You can print wirelessly from any mobile device, including laptops, tablets, and smartphones.

The ePrint portal accepts the following file types: .pdf, .jpg, .jpeg, .png, .gif, .bmp, .tif, .tiff, .doc, .docx, .ppt, .pptx, .xls, .xlsx, .html, .htm, .txt, .rtf, .pub, .odt, .odp, .ods, .xps. To print, use one of the mobile options below:

Do not print sensitive information. While confidentiality is always maintained in the performance of library duties, by its nature this service cannot ensure complete privacy.

Print jobs are held in a queue until the end of the day. After this time jobs will be deleted.

Option 1: Upload to Website

1. Click here to use the TBS ePrint Portal
2. Select your file from your computer.
3. Enter the printing options.
4. Enter your user information.
5. Click the Submit button. 
6. Enter your Library card number or guest name at the printing kiosks located near the Reference Desk or in the Computer Lab to pick up your print job.

Option 2: Email an Attachment

1. Login to your email account.
2. Send/forward an email with the document to be printed as an attachment to the following email:

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After emailing your attachment, you will receive an email confirmation containing a release code. Check your email, and enter the release code(s) at one of our two print release stations (near the Reference Desk or in the Computer Lab.) 

NOTE:  The text of your email and the attachment will be received as separate print jobs. When you release your print job, make sure you select the correct one. 

Option 3: Download the ePRINTit SaaS App 

Download the ePRINTit SaaS app to send prints from your smartphone or tablet directly to the Library's printers. Apps are available in the Apple and Android device stores. Search for ePRINTit SaaS or use one of the QR codes below.

Once you download the app, use the following steps to print your document:

1. Select the location of your file (Pictures, Files, Google Drive, Dropbox, etc.) You may have to connect the app to the account you are trying to print from.
2. Select the file you would like to print.
3. You may be prompted to accept the location or enter the Library's zip code to find it as a print location (60805). Select Evergreen Park Public Library.
4. Confirm your print settings by tapping on the file name.
5. Enter your user information.
6. Hit the Submit button.
7. The status of your print jobs is listed on the app, under the Jobs icon at the bottom of the screen.
8. Check in at the Reference Desk or Computer Lab to pick up your print job.

Copies, Faxes, and Scans

The Library offers a few options for copying and scanning:

• You can use the copier by the Circulation Desk for $.10 per page for black and white and $.50 for color.
• With the Simple Scan Station located in the Computer Lab, you can scan books or papers to a USB drive, email, fax, Google Docs or print. Scanning to a USB drive, email or Google Docs is free. Printing is $.10 for black and white and $.50 for color
• Faxes are $1 per page.