With Los Angeles County still largely on lockdown amid the pandemic, the county’s public library system has launched a program to lend laptops and mobile wireless internet service, as well as to provide free printing. The new services are intended to address technological woes for people who don’t have printers, computers or Wi-Fi access at home. “The digital divide has far-reaching consequences, especially during this unprecedented time,” library Director Skye Patrick said in a news release. Laptop and hot-spot loansThe library is launching a pilot program at 10 locations to lend kits that include a Chromebook, a Wi-Fi hot spot, chargers and a carrying case. Call one of the 10 participating library locations to arrange for pickup.

Source: Los Angeles Times September 02, 2020 23:00 UTC