Almost all public libraries provide Internet access for visitors. Some libraries have computers that patrons can use. Some libraries provide a wireless Internet WiFi Hotspot for patrons who bring their own computers. However libraries are at risk from data thieves and people who abuse the service.

Characteristics.

• •  High performance Internet gateways that are simple to install
• •  Plug and play: the easy to use wizard speeds installation
• •  Custom login page with client branding, choose from 12 backdrops or create your own design
• •  Protect with the built-in disclaimer; the legal disclaimer can be edited
• •  Seven login options are available
• •  Authenticated access uses codes that are generated and managed on the unit
• •  A firewall protects the business network from hackers with PCI DSS compliance
• •  Master bandwidth control, and individual bandwidth settings for each code
• •  Content filtering is available to ensure a family friendly Internet service
• •  Monitor Internet utilization through comprehensive reports
• •  Access code API for PoS and PMS applications
• •  Remote access and configuration
• •  Free Cloud management service

Libraries face a serious risk when users bring computers that have file-sharing software. Illegal file sharing is easily detected and the library might be at risk of becoming the target of a lawsuit. It is important to block peer-to-peer (P2P) file sharing software to ensure that the library is not held responsible for copyright infringement. It is also necessary to regulate data speeds to share the resource between all users. Content filtering should be used to block adult websites.

Each Guest Internet gateway has the tools that a library needs to provide Internet for patrons in a safe and secure manner: content filtering, data speed control and peer-to-peer (P2P) blocking.

GIS gateways also prevent unauthorized use, and prevent use of the wireless service outside business hours. Access codes can be issued to patrons who present a valid library card. Each gateway has a seven-day timer that activates the wireless Internet service during business hours and de-activates the service outside these hours.

Why do I need a Hotspot gateway?

If you offer or are planning to offer Internet access to your visitors, you will need to ensure that your network is protected and everyone has access to the Internet without any visitors using the service unfairly.

A Hotspot gateway is a device that provides authentication, authorization and accounting for a wired or wireless network.

The Gateway has different types of access methods which are selected according to the business' requirements in order to control who has access to the network:

• •  User agrees to the terms and conditions of use
• •  Business provides a code (paid or free) to the user
• •  User provides personal information (e.g. name, phone number, email address...) in order to connect to the Internet

What are the benefits of Guest Internet Hotspot gateway?

Guest Internet is market leading Internet Hotspot Gateway with content control.
Our low cost Internet Hotspot Gateway has no extra charges or monthly fees and provides the following:

• •  Easy to install and manage
• •  Free lifetime support
• •  Promote your brand with a custom login page
• •  Protect your network against malicious users
• •  Fully manage public Internet access
•  -  Different types of login (agree with disclaimer, email login, and login with a code)
•  -  Setting limits to all the users or to individual codes - time limit, speed limit and data limit
• •  Manage your units remotely with a free Cloud service