Internet Access at the William F. Laman Public Library is provided on a first come, first server basis. Access to the public Internet computers is free to patrons with a valid Laman Library card. Patrons who do not have a library card may apply for a card at the Circulation Desk, or purchase an Internet pass for two dollars. A valid library card or an Internet pass will allow access to the Internet for up to 2 hours per day.
The library also provides wireless Internet access to patrons with their own laptop or other wireless device.
What Do I Need to Connect to the Wireless Internet at the Library?
- A laptop or other wireless device equipped with an 802.11B or 802.11G wireless network card can be used to access the Internet. You must have your device set to obtain an IP address automatically.
- A valid William F. Laman Public Library card.
- A PIN number, assigned to you at the time you receive your card.
What if I Don't Know my PIN or if I Don't Have a Library Card?
If you do not have a PIN, see the Circulation desk for them to reset your PIN. If you do not have a library card, you can purchase an Internet pass for a nominal fee. Internet passes will also work on the Public Internet computers for two hours per day.Can I Print Document and/or Webpages?
Currently you are not able to print using the library's wireless Internet service. You may be able to save documents to a disk on your laptop and then use one of the library's public Internet computers to print the saved documents. Printing from one of the library's public Internet computers is 15 cents per page for black & white, and 25 cents per page for color.Some Things to Consider Before Connecting....
- Wireless users must agree to the Internet Policy of the William F. Laman Public Library. By entering the library card number and PIN, users are accepting the library's existing Internet access policy.
- Headphones are mandatory for programs requiring sound.
- Printing is not part of the wireless access network.
- Wireless access should not be considered secure.
- The William F. Laman Public Library is not responsible for damage or loss caused by viruses or other threats from the Internet. Users are encouraged to keep all wireless devices up to date with security patches and software. As an additional measure of protection, users are encouraged to use a personal firewall on their wireless devices.
- Library staff cannot provide assistance with your laptop, network card, or configuration because the library cannot accept the liability of handling patron equipment.
By accessing the Laman Library's Wireless Internet Service, you agree to the following policyThe William F. Laman Public Library provides public access to the Internet in keeping with its role of providing equal access to information to meet the reference and research needs of the community.
The Library has no control over the information on the Internet and is not responsible for its content. As is the case with other materials in the Library's collections, any restrictions of a child's access to the Internet is the responsibility of the parent or guardian.
In pursuit of its goal to provide the most effective access to information resources the Library has adopted the following policies governing electronic access: AUTHORIZED USERS: All users of the Library may have access to electronic information, services, and networks provided directly or indirectly by the Library, in accordance with the Library's licensing or contractual agreements regarding data and services. However, users who have repeatedly violated any parts of this policy may be denied access. Additionally, during high-demand times, e-mail users and web surfers may be asked to relinquish computers and all users may be limited to one hour sessions. Only library patrons with a current library card and a valid Arkansas driver's license may check out and use the laptop computers. AUTHORIZED USE: The Library's public computers are to be used for research and education only. Patrons are responsible for using discretion and judgment in both accessing and evaluating Internet information, which may be erroneous or biased. Parents and guardians are responsible for Internet use by minors. Internet information is not filtered, evaluated, approved, monitored or supervised by Library staff members. Users may print files, copy files to disk, or e-mail files to themselves provided they are accessed in a manner authorized by this policy. The Library reserves the right to restrict user printing based on quantity and/or content. Laptop computers must remain in the building. UNAUTHORIZED USE: Game playing, using chat rooms, HTML authoring, viewing inappropriate sites for a public library setting, or using Library computers for commercial purposes is not permitted. Use or installation of personal software, or tampering with Library computers is strictly forbidden. The Library does not provide e-mail accounts for the public. The Library staff may limit sessions to one hour if other patrons are waiting for Internet access. The Library staff reserves the right to end an Internet session if the patron is committing unauthorized use of the computer, if use of the computer is causing a disruption of library services, or if the behavior of the patron becomes inappropriate for a public library setting. COPYRIGHT ALERT: Many of the Internet resources are copyright protected. Patrons are responsible for checking Internet data for copyright statements. Software available on Library computers is also copyrighted. Making copies of this software constitutes unauthorized use and in not permitted. In addition, it is a violation of federal law.
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