N etwork is a community information network. COIN's menu system allows users to use interactive programs such as mail, to search for information about particular subjects, and to see both the text or graphical versions of World Wide Web pages from computer sites locally and worldwide. Anyone can connect to COIN via modem or telnet to take a look at what's on line. Users, of either account type, need a computer, modem, telephone line, and communications software, and web browser if they are using a graphics connection.
Users are responsible for acquiring and setting up their hardware and software.
COIN is jointly sponsored by the City of Columbia, the Daniel Boone Regional Library, the County of Boone, affiliate members, and individual donations. These organizations participate in this network as a service to improve and expand access to community information. Other agencies are welcome to share items of interest. If you are interested in becoming involved in this project, contact COIN for more information. If you experience any problems, or need further information, take a look at the on line help files.