Purpose:
To explain the Acceptable Use Policy of Basehor Community Library’s Hotspot internet access.
Definitions:
- “Hotspot Network” – refers to the Hotspot Wireless Network provided freely to the public at Basehor Community Library.
- “Private Computer” – refers to a laptop or other computing device in possession by the patron before they enter the library.
- “Public Access Computer” – refers to a laptop or other computing device owned by Basehor Community Library, and provided to patrons for their use while in the Library.
In order to use the Hotspot Network I agree to comply with all of the following conditions:
I will comply with all state and federal laws and the Basehor Community Library policies and procedures.
I will not use the Hotspot Network in a way that disrupts the use of the network by others.
I understand the Hotspot Network does not filter the viewing of questionable material. As such, patrons shall not access or exhibit obscene material on computers while in the library. Disseminating or exhibiting obscene material is a crime in the state of Kansas (see K.S.A. 21-4301 as amended).
I will not plug Private Computers into the Library’s computer network via an Ethernet/CAT5 cable.
I understand library staff are not allowed to configure my Private Computer in order to access the Hotspot Network, nor provide any troubleshooting assistance for my Private Computer. Furthermore, there is no guarantee that a wireless connection to the Hotspot Network can be made or maintained.
I understand the Hotspot Network is not secure. Information sent from or to your Private Computer can be captured by anyone else with a wireless device and the appropriate software, within five hundred feet.
I understand Basehor Community Library assumes no responsibility for any loss, theft, or damage to data, personal equipment or software resulting from connection to the Hotspot Network.
I understand library printers are not part of the Hotspot Network. (If you need to print, please save your work to a portable format, and sign up for a Public Access Computer at the Library’s front desk.)
Basehor Community Library reserves the right to prohibit an individual from accessing the Hotspot Network if that individual is violating any of the policies or guidelines of the Basehor Community Library. A warning will be issued if such a violation occurs. If after a warning, an individual is again found to be violating the Library’s policies or guidelines, the individual will be banned from accessing the Hotspot Network at the Basehor Community Library.
Due to the ever-changing nature of these services, this policy is subject to change without notice at the library’s discretion.
Approved by the Board of Trustees July 12, 2007
