Public library

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Our libraries are actually pretty good. I've never used the computers but they're in an open area and I've never seen any wildness. My local branch is only medium sized but our electronic catalogue allows us to get stuff in a couple days from any of the branches.

This has worked for me when I have to use the net at the library. Instead of the public library, I go to the nearest academic library. Many if not most academic libraries will let you in if you tell them you need to do research - of course you do - you're researching the net. Then you go up to the reference desk and explain to the kindly librarian that you desperately are seeking info from the computer. Most college libraries have a few terminals set aside for the general public. The library I used to go to never had that much demand from the general public, so I could stay on line for hours, the kids generally didn't smell or mumble aloud to themselves about the coming Apocalypse, and the staff maintained a nice quiet atmosphere. Its worth a shot if you're anywhere near a college or university.