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Use Agreement for Library Wireless Access link

I understand and agree to comply with all of the following conditions:

  • I will not circumvent the filtering of the wireless library signal.
  • I will not obstruct other people's work by consuming large amounts of system resources or by deliberately crashing any Library computer system.
  • I understand that Library staff cannot provide technical assistance and will not perform troubleshooting on personal laptops, or other electronic devices.
  • I understand that there is no guarantee that I will be able to connect to the wireless system.
  • I understand that the Library is not responsible for the damage or loss of laptops or other hardware, personal information, electronic documents, storage devices, and/or files.
  • I understand that the City of Austin reserves the right to change its WiFi access policies and procedures at any time.
  • I will comply with all state and federal laws and the Austin Public Library policies and procedures.
  • I release the City of Austin and its employees and officers from any liability associated with my viewing of, use of, or exposure to any information, machine-readable file, picture, graphical representation, or illustration that I may encounter while using a laptop computer or other WiFi device, whether or not such information appears or is delivered through the station I operate.
  • I will not violate any state or federal statute including those regarding obscenity, pornography, or delivery to minors material deemed harmful to them.
  • I understand that Library computers and networks may not be used for any purpose that violates federal, state, or local laws. Prohibited use includes, but is not limited to, “hacking” or otherwise attempting unauthorized use of the Library, City or other networks; attempting to interfere with or disrupt other users; attempting to evade security measures; invading the privacy of other users; violating software license agreements; or sending harassing, threatening or libelous messages or material.
  • I will not harm or harass any City employee or members of the public.
  • I understand that my failure to comply with Library policies and procedures will result in Library penalties that range from being asked to leave for the day up to and including permanent denial of physical access to the library.
  • I understand that individual Library staff members are not authorized to modify or waive these policies.