Terms of Use, Security Warning, and Disclaimer WARNING:
THIS WIRELESS NETWORK IS NOT SECURE. Data sent to or from all wireless devices connected to this network is sent "in the clear" and could be intercepted and viewed by third parties. Do not use this network to transfer sensitive personal data such as usernames, passwords, credit card numbers, social security numbers, etc. It is available to the general public and is not secure. The City cannot and does not guarantee the privacy of your data and communication while using the service. There are potentially serious security issues with any computer connected to the Internet without the appropriate security protection, ranging from viruses, worms and other programs that can damage computers and other wireless devices, and attacks on the computer by unauthorized parties. It is recommended that users take steps to protect their own computer system, such as installing current anti-virus software and maintaining appropriate firewall protections. YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT YOUR USE OF THIS FREE SERVICE IS SOLELY AT YOUR OWN RISK AND THE CITY DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY FOR LOSS OF CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION OR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THAT LOSS. While using this wireless network, the user acknowledges that they are subject to and agree to abide by all laws, regulations, and rules of the City of Raleigh and any other applicable governmental authority, including, but not limited to, laws regarding the use of the Internet. It is the responsibility of parents and guardians to monitor and supervise their children's access to the Internet and its resources. Any data or information retained by the City in association with the operation of this wireless network may be a public record under North Carolina law and may be subject to inspection upon request. By using the service, you also agree to all terms set forth in the following Disclaimer: SERVICE PROVIDED "AS IS". This service provides access to the Internet on an "as is" basis with all risks associated with such access. The City makes no warranty, express or implied, that the service or that any information, software, or other material accessible on the service is free of viruses, worms, Trojan horses or other harmful components, and the warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are expressly disclaimed and denied. By connecting, the user acknowledges and accepts the risks associated with public access to the Internet and public use of an unsecured wireless network and waives and releases all claims of any kind or nature against the City. INDEMNITY. Under no circumstances shall the City, its officers, employees, or agents be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, punitive or consequential or other damages that arise or result in any way from use of, or inability to use, the service or to access the Internet or any part thereof, or user's reliance on, or use of, information, services or merchandise provided on or through the service, or that result from mistakes, omissions, interruptions, deletion of files, errors, defects, delays in operation, or transmission, or any defect in or failure of performance. By your use of this wireless network, you agree to indemnify and hold harmless the City, of its officers, employees, and agents, from, and against any claim, liability, loss, damage, cost, or expense (including without limitation reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from or related to your use of the service, any materials downloaded or uploaded through the service, any actions taken by you in connection with your use of the service, any violation of any third party's rights or a violation of law or regulation, or any breach of this agreement. I understand the information contained in the statement above and agree to the terms of use of the network as stated herein.
