Online Resources
Do consumer research, take a free online technology class, read newspapers from major cities and more. You can access many of our online resources for free with your Library card from anywhere with an internet connection.
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O'Reilly Complete Public Library : Read free technology and business books online to learn new skills.
Seattle Times (1895- Current) : Read fully digitized editions of The Seattle Times online for free.
Morningstar Investment Research Center : Invest wisely with free, current information about stocks, funds and investment options.
LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com) : Take free online courses to learn business, technology and creative skills.
Consumer Reports : Plan for major purchases with free product reviews and ratings.
Explore digitized items from the Seattle Room and our Special Collections to discover Seattle’s past.
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Digital Resources
Explore digital media and online resources available to access for free from anywhere with your Library card.
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What you'll find here
- Online Learning
- Your Next Job
- Your Next Skill
Digital Resources for Kids
Explore digital media and online resources for kids to access for free from anywhere with your Library card.
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What you'll find here
- Exploration Guides
- Remote Learning Resources
- Virtual Tutoring
Student Research
Search encyclopedias, articles, newspapers and databases to find the information you need for student research projects.
Online Learning
Take free online classes to master a new software program or learn English and more than 70 other languages.
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What you'll find here
- Microsoft Imagine Academy
Dictionaries & Encyclopedias
Use free online dictionaries, encyclopedias and other tools for research and writing.
Magazines & Newspapers
Access thousands of current and historic magazines and newspapers for your research projects.
Seattle Culture & Local History
Browse items from the Seattle Room through our Special Collections Online.
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What you'll find here
- Covid Collection Submission
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