The Quad-Linc program also allows customers to find out if the book they want is on the shelves before traveling to a particular library. Customers say the new computers are making their search for information and entertainment easier, according to the Moline Public Library. In fact, it has encouraged people unfamiliar with computers to attend classes on how to e-mail and use the Internet. Most people first use the library as children. Area libraries have many programs for children and young adults, like summer reading programs, story times and discussion groups.
Schools encourage students to use the library for homework and special interests.
Most adults have used the library at least occasionally in their lives. If the library were gone, residents would have to buy books or rely on the Internet. Free of charge, the library gives everyone a chance to learn and enjoy interests through books, music, and the Internet. Computers aren't affordable for everyone, so the Internet wouldn't be as readily available without the library. Finding information and just enjoying a good book would become very costly for the public.