Online Resources

Use our free online resources and databases wherever you go. You can do consumer research, take a free online technology class, read newspapers from major cities and more. We have great resources for students of any age, including lifelong learning, student research and test preparation tools. You can access our online resources with your Library card anywhere with an internet connection. We have computers and Wi-Fi you can use for free at all 27 of our locations.

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Safari Books Online : Learn about computing, databases, programming and more

Seattle Times (1895- Current) : Search fully digitized editions of The Seattle Times

Morningstar Investment Research Center : Get information about stocks, funds and investment options

lynda.com : Learn business, technology, software and creative skills

Consumer Reports : Find product reviews, ratings and recommendations.

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General Research

We offer many resources you can use to discover information that can help you manage and improve the quality of your life.

General Research

Student Research

Search encyclopedias, articles, newspapers and databases to find the information you need for student research projects.

Student Research

Online Learning

Use the Library’s free online classes to master a new software program, learn English and more than 70 other languages or prepare for a wide variety of tests.