[Libs-Or] Public Wifi

[Jane Salisbury]

I'd be reluctant to partner with someone who was trying to exclude a group
that he describes as "deadbeats and undesirables".  That would seem to be
completely contrary to the ideal of free public libraries, regardless of
whatever advantages his program might offer to the library.

*Jane Salisbury*
Supervisor, Library Outreach Services
Multnomah County Library
205 NE Russell
Portland, OR 97212

Phone: 503.988.4081  Website: www.multcolib.org

*janesa at multcolib.org <xxxxxxx at multcolib.org>*
www.multcolib.org

On Fri, Sep 25, 2015 at 9:06 AM, Oregon Trail Library District Director <
otlddirector at centurylink.net> wrote:

> Hey everyone,
>
> I know this has already been covered but I need advice. One of our
> branches has been offered internet at no cost that will be a great increase
> in service. But.....the person in charge wants to control the wifi with a
> password only available to patrons that come into the library. This would
> limit wifi to anyone who doesn't get the password during workng hours. The
> password would be changed randomly but it sounds like it wouldn't be daily.
> I would love the service for our computers, but I am not in favor of the
> password system. Their theory is that it would limit "deadbeats and
> undesirable people" from using our wifi for illicit purposes. He claims
> that if a patron uses our wifi for illegal activities we the library will
> be open for prosecution. Do we accept the better service and continue to
> pay for our current internet to allow 24/7 service? Or do we accept the
> offer and their limitations?
>
> Thanks everyone in advance for your expert advice.
>
> Kathy Street, MLS
> Library Director
> Oregon Trail Library District
> 541-481-3365
>
>
>
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