![]() Whether you're a student, working in an office, or just a regular person at home, laptops have become essential items. It's hard to deny that technology has become a necessary aspect of our lives. 1.Choose, Build and Buy Outstanding HP Laptops Note that each organization has different regulations about who can qualify to buy a discounted computer. The following places may be able to provide you with a computer at a highly discounted price. If you don’t qualify for a free computer from the organizations listed above, you may qualify for a discounted computer. This is mainly for security reasons so they know who is visiting which websites from library computers. Note that you do have to obtain a membership at most local libraries before they’ll allow you Internet access. They generally have free Internet access as well, meaning you can complete a variety of tasks with library computers. Most local libraries have several free computers for members to use as they wish. ![]() Your Local LibraryĪlthough you can’t get a free laptop to keep at your home, you can have access to a computer via your library. They might have information on getting free or discounted computers. I would start with your local department of human services. If you’re looking for more options for getting a free laptop computer, there are people you can ask. Note that some organizations that AFTRR links to may provide discounted computers only. The map will direct you to organizations in your area that provide free computers to those in need. If you go to their website (the link is above), you’ll find access to a locator map. The goal: to provide free computers to those in need. The Alliance for Technology Refurbishing and Reuse (AFTRR for short) works with local organizations in cities and states. Alliance for Technology Refurbishing and Reuse Note that with both online public schools and online colleges, you are sometimes required to return the computer when you’re finished with your schooling. Online public schools sometimes offer free laptops to students who choose their school.Ĭheck with your local public school district for the online public school option availability. It can also be a good alternative for students who for other reasons don’t fit well in traditional schools. This education choice can be a good option for families who are considering homeschooling but aren’t confident in their teaching schools. Some public school districts have online options for students who want to attend public school from home. This will make it easier for you to find a free laptop for attending an online school. The Open Education Database has a list of online colleges that offer free laptops. Some colleges will raise tuition costs to cover the price of the laptop, so be sure to shop around. It’s important to check tuition costs in order to be sure the price of tuition is worth the free computer. Some online colleges will give you a free laptop computer or iPad if you attend their college. The goal is to help them build computer labs to make research and education easier for children. The organization also gives low cost computers to schools and other non-profit organizations. The computers they use are donated by businesses or individuals, refurbished and given to underprivileged children. Computers for KidsĬomputers for Kids is a non-profit organization that provides free laptops to kids in ID, WA and OR. at this time.Īpplication instructions are listed on the foundation’s website. Yes, your child must attend public school to qualify.Īll qualifying children must live in the United States – the program is only open in the U.S. You must also have a low enough income that your child qualifies for a free or reduced school lunch at the public school he/she attends. ![]() ![]() To qualify, you must have a child in a K-12 school grade. ![]() The OnIt Foundation (short for Opportunities Necessary to Increase Technology) is one organization that provides free laptops. ![]()
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