Connecting to the Library's Wireless Network using your own laptop or other device
The SFL offers wireless connections to the Library's Internet service. Direct plug-in ports are not available at this time. If you are bringing in your own laptop and wish to use our Wireless Internet connection you will need: » A computer or other device equipped with an 802.11b/g-compatible wireless card. » Using your computer's network utilities, look for the wireless network named "Southold WiFi #." » The "Southold WiFi" wireless network does not require a password to connect. » If it does not connect, check your laptop for a button or switch which may be off that controls the wireless connection. » You will not be able to print. In order to print, you will have to either email the document to yourself or save it to a USB drive and open it using one of the library computers and print from there.Connecting to the Library's Wireless Network using the Library's laptop
The SFL offers a number of laptops for use on the Library's Internet service. Using one of our laptops has the same advantages as using one of our PCs which includes the ability to print to either the black and white or color laser printers. » The laptops should be plugged in to an outlet and the wires should not cross a path where other patrons may walk » Our laptops should automatically find and connect to a wireless network named "WiFi Print #." » The "Southold WiFi" wireless network requires a password to connect and is already in the laptop - just click OK. » With our laptops, you can print to our 2 networked laser printers: LaserBW (monochrome) or LaserColor. The printers are on the first floor behind the circulation desk.Limitations and Disclaimers Regarding Wireless Access
The Library's wireless network is not secure. Information sent from or to your laptop can be captured by anyone else with a wireless device and the appropriate software, within three hundred feet. Library staff is not able to provide technical assistance and no guarantee can be provided that you will be able to make a wireless connection. The Library assumes no responsibility for the safety of equipment or for laptop configurations, security, or data files resulting from connection to the Library's network. To find other Wireless Hotspots in Southold, the North Fork, or anywhere in the world go to: http://v4.jiwire.com/search-hotspot-locations.htmPublic Computers
» Public computers provide internet access, electronic mail, word processing, and spreadsheet programs as well as offering easy access to our subscription services via the internet. » Computers are also available in our Youth and Parent Services area and Teen area » The library has a growing number of computers and laptops available for public use. They are accessible on a first-come, first-served basis. Visitors wishing to use the computers on the adult side and in the Reference Department must be in the sixth grade or above. All library computers are connected to 2 networked laser printers: monochrome and color. » These computers print to the Circulation Desk on the first floor where you can pay for your printouts and pick them up » The PCs are generally located on the first floor of the library and laptops are found thoughout the library and are available to the public duirng regular library hours, on a first-come, first serve basis. Printing Costs:Printing b/w: 15¢ per page
Printing color: 25¢ per page
Floppy Discs: $1.00 each
1 GB USB Flash Drive: $10.00
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