Wireless Internet Access Policy for Fresno County Public Library
Fresno County Public Library does not currently offer wireless access at all branches. Currently wireless access is available only at the Auberry, Fig Garden, Fowler, Mendota, Orange Cove, Politi, Reedley and Woodward Park libraries.
Wireless use agreement
Fresno County Public Library provides free filtered wireless access to the internet. Wireless users must agree to abide by the Guidelines for Computer Use, Library’s Rules of Conduct at and the Library’s Internet Policy.
What is needed to access the wireless network
You should have a laptop with a charged battery and a standard wireless network interface card that is compatible with Wi-Fi standards 801.11a 802.1g. Most laptops that have been purchased within the past three years should meet this requirement.
In addition, a Fresno County library card, or a San Joaquin Valley Library System library card, is needed to connect to the Fresno County Public Library's wireless network. If you are a guest visiting from out of the area, please see a staff member to register for a guest card.
When wireless access is available
It is the Library's goal to provide wireless access during normal library operating hours. However, high demand, reliability of technology and other factors may affect the delivery of the service. For these reasons the Library cannot guarantee the availability or reliability of the service.
Printing is only available through our wireless network at the Mendota, Orange Cove, and Fowler libraries. At the Auberry, Fig Garden, Politi, Reedley, and Woodward Park libraries you may save your work and print from a Library PC. Black and white copies are 10 cents and color copies, where available, are 50 cents per copy.
Help connecting to the wireless network
You are responsible for understanding how to configure your own equipment. There is no staff available to assist with setting up wireless internet on your computer device or to do any troubleshooting. Paper instructions are available on how to log in. Please consult your user's manual, or contact your hardware or software provider for any additional assistance.
Wireless network security
Communication over a wireless network is not secure. The Fresno County Public Library assumes no responsibility for the safety of your equipment or data while using the wireless network.
The library highly recommends that all laptops or wireless devices have up-to-date anti-virus software, spy ware protection, and a personal firewall installed while utilizing the Library’s wireless network.
Using power outlets
Available power outlets may be used wherever the cord does not present a tripping hazard or block access for patrons or staff. Chairs or tables are not to be moved to electrical outlets. It is recommended that you charge your battery before coming to the library.
Headphones
Please access Internet applications with sound using your own headphones.
Bandwidth
The library reserves the right to limit bandwidth on a per laptop or computer connection basis on the wireless network. This will ensure network reliability, and fair sharing of network resources for all computer users.
