Are you ready to become a digital expert?
Do you have the digital skills you need?
Affordable Internet and Device Resources
Are you comfortable with your level of digital skills but need Internet access or an affordable device? Check out the resources below.
PCs For People
This organization provides affordable computers, internet, and computer repair for qualified low-come individuals and nonprofits. They also sell professionally refurbished desktops starting at $75 to the community at large.
Eliminate the Digital Divde
E2D collects used laptops from generous corporations, refurbishes them in student-led technology labs, and distributes them to student families who don't have a computer at home.
EveryoneOn
Search your zip code and be connected to a low-cost internet provider, low-cost or free devices, and free or low-cost digital literacy training in your area.
Lifeline
Lifeline is a federal program that lowers the cost of phone, internet, and bundled services for qualifying low-come households.
Greenlight Community Broadband
Greenlight Community Broadband has released three new services to help Wilson residents stay connected during the coronavirus pandemic. Expanded free, public Wi-Fi, a low-cost residential internet option, and a flexible cell phone plan provide additional options for Wilson residents to stay connected on a budget.
Low-cost Internet Plans
Many Internet Service Providers (ISPs) offer low-cost broadband internet plans. This site contains a list of participating companies.
Free Wi-Fi locations in Wilson County
Schools & Community
- Downtown Wilson – Greenlight offers free WiFi throughout Downtown Wilson
- Gillette Athletic Park – 3238 Corbett Ave., Wilson
- Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park – 301 S. Goldsboro St., Wilson
- Wilson County Public Schools – Guest Wifi access is available on the outside of all schools
Public Libraries
- Black Creek Branch Library – 103 Central Ave., Black Creek
- Elm City Branch Library – 117 N. Railroad St., Elm City
- Lucama Branch Library – 103 East Spring St., Lucama
- Wilson County Public Library – 249 Nash St. W., Wilson
Restaurants
- Bojangles – all locations
- Chick-fil-A – all locations
- Cups of Joy – 3511-B Airport Blvd., Wilson
- Dennys – all locations
- Dunkin – 2113 Nash St., Wilson
- McDonalds – all locations
- Panera Bread – 3401 Raleigh Rd. Parkway, Wilson
- Starbucks – all locations
- Wendys – all locations
For more information, contact:
Digital Navigator
Department: Continuing Education
Phone: (252) 285-6525
Email: yjobe@wilsoncc.edu
Office: A111a from 1-2 p.m.
