| Term | Public Wi-Fi Sites |
|---|---|
| Code | TJ-1800.6800 |
| Definition | Locations at which users of electronic equipment (PCs, tablets, smart phones) with Wi-Fi receivers can wirelessly connect to the Internet. This service is often provided as a convenience to customers at restaurants, hotels, bookstores and coffee shops as well as libraries; and the wireless connection can be either secure (which encrypts transmissions based on a password provided by the host) or unsecured. The Wi-Fi service may be provided at no cost or could involve a registration fee. |
| Created | 9/5/06 |
| Changed | 11/19/20 |
| Use References |
Public WiFi Sites Public Wireless Fidelity Sites Public Wireless Internet Connection Sites |
| See Also References |
Mobile Hotspot Devices (BM-5053) |
| External Classification Terms |
Electronic Media (NPC A06.03) Information Services (AIRS IS-330) Information Services (CAN IS-330) Media & Communications (NTE A30) |
| Related Concepts |
Organization/Facility Type |
| Facet | Organization/Facility Type |
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| Bibliographic References |
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