{"id":1076,"date":"2015-03-24T12:28:30","date_gmt":"2015-03-24T12:28:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.maryslibrary.com\/?page_id=1076"},"modified":"2026-04-15T20:38:26","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T20:38:26","slug":"technology-broadband-internet-and-wifi-access","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.maryslibrary.com\/?page_id=1076","title":{"rendered":"Technology: Internet and Public Technology Resources"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The Mary S. Biesecker Public Library is happy to provide a variety of technology services to our community!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Acceptable Use Policy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The “Acceptable Internet & Technology Use Policy<\/a>” is a living document which is reviewed and updated as required by our Board of Directors in response to the evolution of technology.  Patrons must read and acknowledge this policy prior to each internet or computer session for any and all devices that utilize Library resources . The most current version of this policy can be viewed here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Broadband Internet and Wifi<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The library remains invested in a fast, reliable WiFi distribution system.  Signal strength is persistent throughout both floors of the library as the signal is forced to find a path through the thick concrete walls of our old building. The Mary S. Biesecker Public Library will continue to be a gathering place for books and printed media, but it is also now poised to become a centrally located, digital hub for the community. It will serve well as a place to reliably access new venues of digital communication and information in the years to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To connect your phone, laptop or other device to the library’s internet, check your phone’s Settings<\/strong> and connect to Public-Library-MSB<\/strong>. You will then be asked to agree to the Terms and Conditions <\/strong>for use. Upon agreeing, you will be connected to our network. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Computing Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The library has a variety of new computing resources available for the public. There are four Internet-Only Kiosks <\/strong>available which are re-purposed, older computers, capable of running a modern linux-based web browser for basic internet use. All of these computers are Google Chrome <\/strong>devices with access to Google and related software, and are connected to our public printer and copier. We also have a dedicated computer setup for public search of our new catalog available online<\/a>.  All computers are configured in such a manner that any user data and browsing history will be wiped clear after logout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Public Print & Fax Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Printing Costs:<\/strong>
By Default, our printers print single-sided:
Black & White: 15 cents per page
Color: 30 cents per page<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Duplex Printing (printing on both sides of the page) is also available on all printers:
Black & White: 20 cents per page
Color: 50 cents per page<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Patrons can use our public printer<\/strong> to print documents from the library computers, and to make copies. Copies are self-serve, and you pay for your copies at the front desk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Faxing services<\/strong> are available for $1 per single-sided page for the first five pages, and $0.15\/page afterwards. Ask for assistance from our librarians to fax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wireless Printing is also available!<\/strong>
Want to print directly from your phone, table or laptop? Just connect to our WiFi network to access our printers! Ask a librarian for more details.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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