The Freedom Branch Library also has computers for public use. The Watsonville Public Library and the Freedom Branch Library are recipients of a Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Grant. The grants have provided several computers, software and training for staff. As a result, the libraries have been able to increase the number of computers available for the public. Additional computers are located near the Reference Desk.
Application software is included for word processing, spreadsheets and educational games.
Library patrons may request use of a computer for one hour per day. 2 of the eight computers have Spanish language text. 7 library online catalog computers are located near the Circulation Desk, including one near the adult nonfiction stacks. In the near future, additional computers will be placed in the Children's Room for access to the Internet, for access to special databases and for report writing using word processing software, for example. Please check with the Reference Desk for availability.