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Libraries Offer Free Hotspot Checkouts
York County Libraries partner with Mission Telecom to lend 200+ free Wi-Fi hotspots.
In brief
York County Libraries partner with Mission Telecom to lend 200+ free Wi-Fi hotspots. York County Libraries and Mission Telecom provide 200+ free hotspots for library cardholders to address internet access gaps. Originally reported by Valleynewslive.
New Hotspot Partnership
York County Libraries partnered with nonprofit telecommunications company Mission Telecom to expand free Wi-Fi hotspot lending to library cardholders.
200+ Hotspots Available
More than 200 devices are now available across library branches for library cardholders.
Digital Divide Focus
Mission Telecom reports about 17% of people in South Carolina lack internet access, with 8 million u.s. households without internet.
Program Targets Low-Income Households
Mark Colwell, interim executive director of Mission Telecom, said about 2 out of 5 low-income households lack home internet subscriptions.
Hotspot Usage Rules
Hotspots are restricted to educational use only, with online gaming and streaming prohibited.
High Demand for Devices
Stacy Williams, York County Library staff, noted high demand with patrons using hotspots for work, email, and family connections.
The essence
York County Libraries and Mission Telecom provide 200+ free hotspots for library cardholders to address internet access gaps.
