Is it possible to search my local public libraries for books from my home computer?

[MissSuperb]

Is it possible to do so? If so how would I go about doing it. All and any information is greatly appreciated.

 

[fastz28]

Sure, if the library offers net access. I suggest you call them and ask.

 

[prodigy]

Go to Google, type in the name of your library and go to their home page.

You should be able to find if they offer that service or not from their page.

 

[Mucman]

Back in the early 90's my public library had a BBS that would log you in to the library to check for books

 

[MrCodeDude]

My library has allows me to do that.
-- mrcodedude

 

[Triumph]

The most logical place to ask that question would be at your library?

 

[Moonbeam]

I think you fire up hyperterminal and dial in. Naturally they have to have a number to call and you need a modem. You may have to install hyperterminal from the Win cd if you didn't choose it as one of your communications options originally..

 

[OREOSpeedwagon]

A bunch of the libraries around here are all using the same software or something, so that means that I can search for books from my computer at any of the local libraries

 

[etech]

Home > Reference > Libraries > Public Libraries > By Region > U.S. States > Alabama > Complete List

Our local library used to use the modem dial in access and has since gone to a web page. It's really quite nice, you can search and reserve books and even recheck out books if you are going to be late getting them back.

Try the link and see if your city is listed.