Library Wireless Splash Page

By using the Effingham Library’s wireless network, you are agreeing to the policies listed below

Wireless Network Acceptable Use Policy

In order to use the Effingham Library wireless network you agree to comply with all of the following conditions:

I will comply with all state and federal laws and the Effingham Library policies and procedures.

I will not use the network in a way that disrupts the use of the network by others. This includes but is not limited to downloading large files and streaming audio or video in certain cases (e.g. excessive bandwidth and/or sound volume).

I understand Effingham Library wireless network uses filtering technology to comply with the Kansas Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA). This technology is not infallible and the Library cannot be held responsible for prohibited information that may be displayed or for useful information that may be blocked while filtering online access to visual depictions that are child pornography, harmful to minors, or obscene as described in the Computer Use and Internet Safety Policy. Disseminating or exhibiting obscene material is a crime within the state of Kansas (See K.S.A. 21-6401 as amended).

I will  plug a personal device into the Library’s computer network via an Ethernet/CAT5 cable.

I understand library staff must have my permission to provide any troubleshooting assistance for my personal device.  If I give permission, library staff will not be held responsible for any damage to my device. There is no guarantee that a wireless connection can be made or maintained.

I understand the wireless is not secure. Information sent from or to my personal device can be captured by anyone else with a wireless device and the appropriate software.

I understand the Effingham Library assumes no responsibility for the any loss, theft, or damage to data, personal equipment or software resulting from connection to the wireless network.

**Effingham Library reserves the right to prohibit an individual from accessing the wireless network if that individual is violating any of the policies or guidelines of the Library.

Adopted by the Effingham Library Board of Trustees on June 2013. This policy replaces all previous versions.

By using the Effingham Library’s wireless network, you are agreeing to the policies listed above