Library Technology

Laptop computer, pencil, and paper sit on top of a deskAll library computers have the following:

  • USB ports (Windows laptops have USB-C; MacBooks, Chromebooks, and library desktops have USB 2.0)
  • Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader
  • Media players/readers for all programs used by GCC's Moodle
  • Read & Write Gold screen reading and dictation software
  • Other Windows and Mac built-in assistive technology (i.e. screen magnification, color adaptations, etc.)

Take-Home Technology

The following items are available to take home from the library. These items are available for current GCC students while enrolled in a course with library cards in good standing. Students can pick up technology one week before classes start. Photo ID required for check-out.

Type of EquipmentCheckout Period
ChromebooksLength of the semesterMore InfoReserve
Computer MouseLength of the semesterAsk at front desk
Digital SLR Camera14 daysMore InfoReserve
External DVD PlayerLength of the semesterMore InfoReserve
Graphing CalculatorLength of the semesterMore InfoReserve
HDMI Cable & USB 3.1 to USB C AdaptorLength of the semesterAsk at front desk
MacBook ProLength of the semesterMore InfoReserve
Mobile Projector7 daysMore InfoReserve
Noise-Cancelling HeadphonesLength of the semesterMore InfoReserve
Voice RecorderLength of the semesterMore InfoReserve
WebcamLength of the semesterMore InfoReserve
White Noise MachineLength of the semesterMore InfoReserve
Wi-Fi HotspotLength of the semesterMore InfoReserve
Windows LaptopLength of the semesterMore InfoReserve

In-Library Technology

Free printing and wireless internet access is available throughout the library. Specially trained technology assistants are available at the front desk to help you. All library desktops have:

  • Connection to the public printer for single or double-sided printing
  • Internet access
  • USB ports (laptops have USB-C, desktops have USB 2.0)
  • Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader
  • Media players/readers for all programs used by GCC's Moodle
  • Read & Write Gold screen reading and dictation software
  • Other Windows and Mac built-in assistive technology (i.e. screen magnification, color adaptations, etc.)
Type of Equipment Location Additional Information
Windows Desktop Computers Solarium, lobby, study rooms, south end and classroom All personal information is deleted from library desktop computers when they are restarted
Mac Desktop Computers Study rooms A and C; south end carrel; classroom Personal information is deleted from Macs once per month
Scanning Station Lobby You can create searchable and text to speech compatible OCR enabled PDFs
Flatbed Scanners Study rooms A and C; south end carrel; classroom We can show you how to use one, just ask for help at the front desk
DVD and VHS Viewing Station Rolling cart in the study rooms You can also watch DVDs on any library computer
Headphones Ask at the front desk In-library use only
iPhone, USB C, and microUSB chargers Ask at the front desk In-library use only
Computer Mouse Ask at the front desk In-library use only