Tech Help

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Learn technology, get one-on-one help, or borrow devices and Wi-Fi.

As a City Council priority, the Hillsboro Public Library is committed to providing opportunities for improving digital literacy within the community. 


Digital Navigators: Tech Help appointments

Brookwood Library and Shute Park Library offer free one-on-one tech help appointments with a Digital Navigator. Shute Park’s Digital Navigator is bilingual Spanish-English. 

  • Make an appointment online or by phone at 503-615-6500. 
  • Each appointment is 45 minutes with two appointments permitted per week. 
  • A library card is not required. 
Services Provided by Digital Navigators
Meet the Digital Navigators

Tech Help: Drop-in Events

Tuesdays, from 3 - 5 pm at Shute Park Library

Drop-in for one-on-one support for your questions about smart phones, tablets, mobile devices, laptops, and more. Our volunteers can help you find answers, learn skills, and develop confidence using technology. 


Borrow a Chromebook or Hotspot 

If you have your own device and need an internet connection, check out a hotspot.

Or borrow a Chromebook with a built-in hotspot from T-Mobile and connect to the internet if Wi-Fi is not available.

We also have Chromebooks to borrow while visiting the library. See staff to check out one for the day.


Classes and Programs

Google Docs & Online Job Seeking

Become comfortable utilizing the video software Google Meet. Commonly used in interview settings and work meetings, this class prepares students for using video call software in professional settings. In this class students will learn how to create or join a call, video call etiquette, and the different settings and control options on Google Meet. Learn modern job search skills, including navigating online postings, spotting red flags, extracting key qualifications, and creating a strong Indeed profile. Perfect for beginners or those refining their approach to stand out to employers.
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