"No-frills Internet Access:" The public library system is the only one in the country to offer all card-holders free text-only Internet access from home. Users are allowed to sign on at any time, for up to 50 minutes. (HSB, 1/1/97, 10/31/97, 10/25/99)

Hawaii Virtual Library: The Hawaii Virtual Library (http://netlibrary.net/HawaiiHomePage.html) is envisioned as "the Hawaii State Internet Public Library." It is associated with the World eText Library and offers users access to a wide variety of databases and texts. The Virtual Library is sponsored by the Hawaii Library Association and the Hawaii State Public Library System.

Expansion of Modem Access Lines: The Hawaii public library system offers a free "Dial-In Access" service to allow users to access the library's catalog., several databases, and the Internet. The library originally offered modem access to a local number in Oahu, and an "800" number for other residents. In September 1998 modem access lines were added to the outlying islands of Hawaii, Maui, and Kauai.
(HSB, 9/22/98)

"E-rate" Discount for Hawaii Public Libraries: Four Hawaii public libraries were among 32 recipients of the first increment of E-rate funding. These libraries were chosen from over 30,000 applicants nation-wide. The funds are used to expand Internet and telecommunications services in schools and libraries.
(HSB 11/24/98)

Libraries Expand Internet Access: The state legislature authorized $475,000 to the state library system to expand access to government information and online services. The library system was authorized to purchase 215 read-only Internet computers for patron use. (HSB, 9/26/2000)

Public Internet Kiosks: The state library has proposed several Internet kiosks to serve patrons in outlying areas who have little access to traditional library services. The kiosks would contain a computer, printer, fax machine, phone line and Internet access. Patrons could borrow, reserve or renew books online. Materials would be mailed to patrons. (HSB 9/26/2000)