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RDPL / Telebyte Wireless Network


BACKGROUND:

Red Deer Public Library, in partnership with Telebyte Communications, is proud to make the RDPL / Telebyte Wireless Network available to the public at both the Dawe and Downtown locations. Introduced on June 24, 2005, the Wireless Network is made available at no cost to anyone who brings a device equipped with wireless networking capabilities (such as a laptop or PDA) to the library.

ACCESS REQUIREMENTS:

In order to access the RPDL / Telebyte Wireless network, the following is required:

  • Laptop or PDA with a wireless capabilities supporting the 802.11b or 802.11g standards
  • Web browser configured to use the library’s proxy server
    (Configuration Instructions for Internet Explorer, Firefox, and Safari).

NOTE: A library membership is NOT required to access the Wireless Network. As well, there is no fee associated with using the network.

The RDPL / Telebyte Wireless Network is an open network, meaning that no authentication is required. It broadcasts RDPL as the SSID of the network and uses DHCP to assign users an IP address on the network.

WHAT’S AVAILABLE:

The RDPL / Telebyte Wireless Network is set up to provide web access via a web browser only. This means that applications such as chat, e-mail, FTP, file-sharing, games and telnet will not be accessible via the Wireless Network.

WHAT IF I NEED HELP?

Red Deer Public Library does NOT provide any technical support for customers in using their wireless devices to connect to the Wireless Network. Customers are encouraged to contact their equipment manufacturers for technical support.

RDPL / TELEBYTE WIRELESS NETWORK USE AGREEMENT

  • All members of the public will have access to the Wireless Network at no charge.
  • RDPL will provide filtered Internet access via the Wireless Network . If unfiltered access is required for research purposes, the library’s public Internet workstations are available.
  • Red Deer Public Library is committed to providing an environment free from harassment. Customers must not display on screens and/or printers materials which may be objectionable.
  • As with all library materials, parents or guardians are responsible for materials accessed by minors. Minors must have permission from parents or guardians before using the Wireless Network.
  • Use of the Wireless Network for illegal, actionable conduct or to seek access to unauthorized areas is prohibited.
  • RDPL assumes no responsibility for any direct or indirect damages from the use of the Wireless Network.
  • Customers are responsible for all commercial transactions made while using the RDPL workstations.
  • Any misuse of the Wireless Network may result in the loss of library privileges and/or criminal prosecution.
  • Customers must log off the Wireless Network immediately when asked by staff.

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