Technology
The Hoover Public Library has been online since June 1, 1998. Through this web site, we hope to bring you news about what is happening at the library, answer commonly asked questions, offer resources to help you get around the Internet, and much more.
Training Center
If you want to learn about the Internet, how to use a computer, or need help learning to use Microsoft Office products, these classes are for you. The current month class calendar can be viewed on our online class calendar. Call 444-7747 to sign up for our computer classes.
| Intro to Personal Computing | Intro to Publisher |
| Intro to the Internet | Intro to Access |
| Free Web Email | Intro to Word |
| Intro to Powerpoint | Intro to Excel |
Schedule conflict? Try BPL downtown: Birmingham Public Library Computer Classes.
Technology Hub
In the Technology Hub, located on the main level, we offer 12 workstations for word processing and business automation software so patrons can type research papers, resumes, create spreadsheets, publications and projects. In addition we have two scanners and laptops for in library use. Headphones are sold for $2 and Flash Drives for $5 at the service desk.
Printing
Patrons can print out their work on a networked color laser printer. In order for patrons to print in the library, patrons must purchase an EZ Print Card. Black and white prints are 10¢ and color prints are 50¢.
Faxing
Patrons can send local faxes free of charge. Patrons can send long distance faxes for $1 per each 5 pages. However, we do not allow incoming faxes or international faxes.
Wireless Access
Relax and enjoy free wireless internet access anywhere in our library. More information about wireless services can be found on our Wireless Hotspot page.