Wireless Access Policy
The Okeene Public Library provides free wireless access in the library for the public to use with their personal notebooks, laptops, and other mobile devices. These access points are unsecured and may be accessible only during normal library hours. Use of this service inside the library is governed by the Okeene Public Library policies.
Wireless Internet Use Guidelines
Wireless connections are not secure. Cautious and informed wireless users should not transmit personal information (i.e.: credit card numbers, passwords and any other sensitive information) while using any wireless “hot spot”. Please take appropriate precautions when using this service. All wireless users should have up-to-date virus protection on their laptops or other wireless devices. The library is not responsible for any information that is compromised or for any damage caused to hardware or software due to security issues.
- All wireless users must use battery-operated electronic devices. The library’s electrical outlets are limited and restricted.
- Wireless users requiring sound must use headphones so as to not disturb other library patrons.
- Library printers are not available via wireless connections.
Library staff will not trouble shoot problems related to your wireless device or assist in making changes to your device’s network setting and/or hardware configuration. The library does not guarantee that your device will work with its wireless access.
Responsible, ethical use of this resource includes accessing educational, information and legal recreational resources. Respecting the privacy of others by not attempting to modify or gain access to files, passwords or data belonging to others, introducing viruses and/or seeking unauthorized access to any computer system, damaging or altering software components of any network or database.
Use of the wireless network is entirely at the risk of the user. The library disclaims any and all liability for loss of confidential information or damages resulting from that loss, or any and all damages resulting from use of the wireless network. It is the responsibility of all persons using wireless internet access to be familiar with this policy.