iMac Computers
iMac Computers
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iMac Computers
Computer Stations for All Your Serious Projects and Learning Goals
Learn, create, and finish projects without the technical hassle
What we have
There are 6 iMac computers available in the Creative Lab. Each has software installed to assist with your unique project.
Computers in the Creative Lab are to be used for purposes in accordance with the functions of the creative lab (no general gaming, video watching, printing, emails, etc.)
Staff will assist, when possible, but are not experts in all software available on the computers. You can learn more about some of the software with LinkedIn Learning, free with your library card.
What You Can Do With the iMac Computers
MS Word
The most common tool for creating and editing text documents. Use it to write letters, resumes, reports, and school papers with professional formatting.
MS Excel
A program for organizing and crunching numbers in tables, called spreadsheets. Use it to do calculations, manage budgets, track lists, and create quick charts from your data.
MS PowerPoint
Software for designing slideshows to give a talk or a presentation. It lets you combine text, pictures, and graphics onto a sequence of screens.
Cricut Design Space
The program that tells the Cricut machine how to cut your projects out of paper, vinyl, or fabric. You can design your own cuts or use the library's shared account, which includes extra designs.
GIMP
A free program for editing and fixing digital photos and images. It allows you to crop, resize, and touch up pictures, or change them from one file type to another.
iMovie
Free software by Apple for easily editing your video clips. Use it to stitch together clips, add music, and make basic fixes like correcting shaky footage or poor color.
GarageBand
Apple software for creating your own music or podcasts. It gives you digital instruments, recording tools, and the ability to arrange your audio tracks.
Audacity
The world's most popular free program for recording and editing audio. Use it to record a voiceover, clean up a song, or mix together different sound files for a podcast.
Inkscape
A free program for creating vector graphics, which are images you can resize infinitely without them getting blurry. It's great for making logos, diagrams, and clip art.
Adobe Acrobat
The standard program for opening, creating, and managing PDF files. Use it to view important documents that need to look the same on any computer.
Blender
A free tool for creating 3D images and animations. It is used by artists and designers to build 3D models for films, visual effects, and objects for 3D printing.