The Library's Wireless Network

General Information

• The Library offers wireless access through out the building
• The wireless network is free and open to all visitors
• The network uses the WI-FI standard known as 802.11G at speeds up to 54/mbps (speeds may vary depending on location and number of users connected to the network
• Users must abide by the Library's Policy for Internet & Computer Use
• Printers are not available on the wireless network at this time

Security

• Since the Library's wireless network is not secured, users are advised to use caution when transmitting sensitive information as the potential exists for data to be captured, altered or monitored
• It is the sole responsibility of the user to provide up-to-date antivirus protection and other appropriate security settings to control access from other wireless devices within the Library and on the Internet itself
• Wireless access in the Children's room is filtered

Welcome to the Library's Technology Blog

Technology abounds at the New Canaan Library. Our Tech Center with 17 PC workstations offers high-speed fiberoptic access to the Internet as well as laser and color printing, scanning, and a full array of software applications including Microsoft Office and Publisher. But did you know that we also have a wireless network, that we loan a laptop computer, wireless adapters, MP3 players and jump drives? Well we do.

We hope you will use this blog as a way to stay current and informed about all the new technology the Library offers. So visit us often and by all means lets us know your thoughts and suggestions.