Access to Free Public Computer Centers in NYC: Enhancing Digital Literacy and Internet Accessibility

Exploring NYC Public Computer Access: A Comprehensive Guide to Free Digital Resources and Training Across the City

The NYC Public Computer Access dataset provides information on over 450 public computer centers across New York City's five boroughs, offering free Wi-Fi, devices, and digital skills training. These centers include resources such as computers, mobile devices, software, and digital media tools, with instructors providing more than 2,500 hours of digital skills training weekly. The initiative is supported by the NYC Office of Technology and Innovation in partnership with various city agencies to enhance internet accessibility and digital literacy.

Data Schema

Field Name Field Description
Tue Close_2 Closing time on Tuesday for the second session
Location Geographical location of the center
NTA Name Name of the Neighborhood Tabulation Area
Operator Name Name of the operator managing the center
Census Tract Specific census tract identifier
Device Loaning Availability of device loaning services
OID Object Identifier for the record
WiFi Dwn Wi-Fi download speed
Latitude Latitude coordinate of the location
Wed Open_2 Opening time on Wednesday for the second session
Longitude Longitude coordinate of the location
Fri Close Closing time on Friday
BoroCode Code representing the borough
Thu Close_2 Closing time on Thursday for the second session
Oversight Agency Agency responsible for oversight
NTA Code Code for the Neighborhood Tabulation Area
Address Street address of the center
Tue Open Opening time on Tuesday
URL Website URL for more information
Fri Open_2 Opening time on Friday for the second session
Sat Close Closing time on Saturday
Supplementary Equipment Availability of supplementary equipment
Access Notes Notes on accessing the center
BoroCD Borough Community District identifier
Wi-Fi Available Availability of Wi-Fi services
Sat Open Opening time on Saturday
BBL Building Block Lot identifier
Borough Name of the borough
country Country where the center is located
Open Lab Hrs Per Wk Number of open lab hours per week
Fri Open Opening time on Friday
Mon Open Opening time on Monday
Wheelchair Access Notes Notes on wheelchair accessibility
Tue Close Closing time on Tuesday
Sat Close_2 Closing time on Saturday for the second session
Sun Close Closing time on Sunday
Thu Close Closing time on Thursday
Wheelchair Accessible Indicates if the center is wheelchair accessible
Fri Close_2 Closing time on Friday for the second session
Mon Close Closing time on Monday
Wed Close_2 Closing time on Wednesday for the second session
AddrStr Street name of the address
Wireline Up Wireline upload speed
Council Distrcit Council district number
Training Hours Per Wk Total hours of training offered per week
Devices Loaned Number of devices available for loaning
City Name of the city
BCTCB2010 Code representing BCTCB2010 classification
Wed Close Closing time on Wednesday
Postcode Postal code of the location
AddrNum Address number
Thu Open_2 Opening time on Thursday for the second session
Mon Close_2 Closing time on Monday for the second session
Access Requirements Requirements for accessing the center
Location Name Name of the location
Wed Open Opening time on Wednesday
Tue Open_2 Opening time on Tuesday for the second session
Addr_Suffix Address suffix
Thu Open Opening time on Thursday
State Name of the state
Mon Open_2 Opening time on Monday for the second session
Staffed Indicates if the center is staffed
Sun Open Opening time on Sunday
Wireline Dwn Wireline download speed
OS Accessibility Features Operating system accessibility features
Workstation # Number of workstations available
AddrDir Address directional
WiFi Up Wi-Fi upload speed
BIN Building Identification Number
Language Access Language access services provided
Sat Open_2 Opening time on Saturday for the second session

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Geography

Five NYC boroughs.

The dataset "NYC Public Computer Access" covers more than 450 public computer centers across New York City's five boroughs, providing free access to Wi-Fi, devices, and digital skills training for residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the NYC Public Computer Access dataset?
NYC Public Computer Access is a comprehensive dataset providing information about more than 450 public computer centers across New York City's five boroughs. These centers offer free access to Wi-Fi, devices, and digital skills training, enabling New Yorkers to use the internet and develop valuable digital competencies. The dataset includes details about various providers, such as public libraries, NYC Parks media labs, and other city agencies, highlighting their role in bridging the digital divide.
What is the history of this dataset?
The NYC Public Computer Access dataset was established as part of the city's initiative to enhance digital inclusion by providing free access to computers, Wi-Fi, and digital skills training across New York City. The Office of Technology and Innovation (OTI) is responsible for the dataset, partnering with various city agencies like the Brooklyn Public Library, New York Public Library, Queens Public Library, NYC Parks, NYCHA, NYC Aging, and the Department of Youth and Community Development. These partnerships ensure coordination and funding to operate over 450 public computer centers throughout the city.
How often is the data updated?
Sporadically
What is the coverage and what is included in this dataset?
The NYC Public Computer Access dataset offers comprehensive coverage across New York City, with more than 450 public computer centers located throughout the five boroughs. The dataset includes details about available resources such as access to free Wi-Fi, laptop and desktop computers, mobile devices and tablets, software, language access tools, assistive devices, digital media production kits, and 3D printers. Additionally, it provides information on digital skills training, which includes over 2,500 hours of instruction weekly, with courses ranging from basic device and internet usage to advanced topics like coding, design, entrepreneurship, media literacy, and civic engagement. The dataset also highlights various providers involved, such as Brooklyn Public Library, New York Public Library, Queens Public Library, NYC Parks, NYC Housing Authority, NYC Aging, Department of Youth and Community Development, and LinkNYC Gigabit Centers. This extensive dataset is suitable for initiatives focusing on digital inclusion, education, and community development.
Why is the NYC Public Computer Access dataset valuable?
The NYC Public Computer Access dataset is valuable because it provides critical information on accessible digital resources and training available to New Yorkers, helping bridge the digital divide by offering insights into where and how residents can access free internet, devices, and digital skills training throughout the city.
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Dataset at a glance

Dataset Name
NYC Public Computer Access
Description
The NYC Public Computer Access dataset provides information on over 450 public computer centers offering free Wi-Fi, devices, and digital skills training across New York City.
Update Frequency
Sporadically
Coverage
Five NYC boroughs.
Data Quality
Not assessed.
Dataset Size
450+ public computer centers
Maintained By
NYC Office of Technology and Innovation (OTI)
License

Unknown