The Waterford Public Library is pleased to offer its customers wireless Internet access. Customers with wireless equipped devices, such as laptops, can now surf the Web throughout the library. All you need is a laptop or other wireless capable device that supports the WiFi standard (also know as IEEE 802.11b).

* Most WiFi equipment will be compatible. However, the library cannot guarantee the compatibility of your equipment with the library’s network.

Check the following settings to enable access:

* Right-click on Wireless Network Connection or Local Area Connection and click Properties

* Locate the Internet TCP/IP protocol and click Properties. If more than one TCP/IP protocol is listed look for the one associated with your wireless adapter

* Select ‘Obtain an IP address automatically,’ and ‘Obtain DNS server address automatically.’

* Select WPL from the available networks. No passwords, user names or encryption settings are required.

* Wireless users are reminded that their transmissions are not as secure as those on a wired network and should take precautions not to disclose sensitive data, such as credit card or bank account information.

* Printers are not available via the wireless connection.

* There is no staff available to assist with setting up wireless Internet on your computer device or to do any troubleshooting.

* The library assumes no responsibility for the configurations, security or files on your laptop or other device resulting from connection to the library’s wireless network. Wireless users assume all risks in this regard.

The Waterford Public Library considers use of its Wi-Fi connection to constitute acceptance of its policies, guidelines and regulations regarding Internet access (see Internet Policy).