Welcome to the Free Harlem Outdoor WiFi Network
sponsored by The Fuhrman Family Foundation
You are about to access the Internet through a free public wireless Internet
hotspot operated by Corporate Biznis, Inc., whose brand name is Sky-Packets
(“Sky-Packets”).
You may use the service only if you agree to the Terms of Use each time you
access this hotspot. If you agree with and accept the terms listed, please click
the “I Accept” button.
Network Terms Of Use
Sky-Packets is pleased to provide WiFi to you in accordance with the following
Terms of Use ("Terms"). These terms and policies may be changed from time to
time, therefore it is suggested that you read the terms of use each time you log
on to the HOW Network. By clicking the acceptance/continue button, you
acknowledge that you have read and agree to these Terms, which are legally
binding.
The Network is intended for use by persons 18 years or older, or with permission
and supervision of a parent or guardian. The Network may only be used for lawful
purposes, and Sky-Packets takes no responsibility and does not accept liability
for any of its network user's activities that violate the law (including
copyright law).
Security
The Network is a free, open, public-access network. Like most public WiFi
systems, the network is not secured, and communications over the network may be
subject to interception by unauthorized third parties. Although Sky-Packets uses
reasonable efforts to provide you with a reliable service, your use of Network
is AS IS and AS AVAILABLE and we cannot and do not make any general or specific
warranties regarding the security, availability, performance or other
functionality of the Network.
You are responsible for implementing your own security protections while using
the Network. In the event you become aware of any unauthorized use of the
Network or any other breach, you agree to immediately notify us. Sky-Packets
expressly disclaims any responsibility or liability for your use of the Network
and for any lack of security that may result from your use of the Network. You
agree to hold Sky-Packets harmless for the loss of any file, data or other
information while using the Service, and for any unauthorized access to or
utilization by any third party of any of your personal, financial, or other
sensitive information. Sky-Packets and its employees and agents and the City of
New York, The Fuhrman Family Foundation and their employees, agents or licensees
are not liable for any costs or damages arising, either directly or indirectly,
from your use of the HOW Network or the internet, specifically including any
direct, indirect, incidental, exemplary, special, punitive or consequential
damages. You agree to hold Sky-Packets, the City of New York, The Fuhrman Family
Foundation and their employees, agents and licensees, harmless for the loss of
any file, data or other information while using the Service, and for any
unauthorized access to or utilization by any third party of any of your
personal, financial, health or other information.
Open Resource/Parental Concerns
The Network is open to anyone, and individual activity and content on the
network is not limited, screened or monitored. This means that network users may
access internet sites that may be harmful, graphic or offensive. The network
does not filter or block any sites. Network administrators maintain the Wi-Fi
network so that residents and visitors may find all that is offered online in
the way of business and research. Adults are expected to regulate their own
internet usage and Sky-Packets is not responsible for policing the internet or
for an internet user's activity online. Sky-Packets upholds and affirms the
right of adults to have access to constitutionally-protected materials and means
of expression. You agree that the City of New York, Sky-Packets and The Fuhrman
Family Foundation are not liable for any action or inaction with respect to any
such content on the Internet accessible through the Wi-Fi network.
Prohibited Activities
Wi-Fi network users may not use the Network for the commission of harmful or
illegal activities, including, but not limited to, the following:
• Hacking into any system;
• Introducing any virus, worm, spyware, Trojan horse or other
program or code into any computer, computer system, software or disks;
• Any activities intended to aid any crime, including
identity theft or credit card theft, and including the exploitation of minors,
or child pornography;
• Violating any applicable laws including, but not limited to
federal copyright laws by making unauthorized copies of copyrighted or licensed
software, data, entertainment files, text or publications;
• Downloading, uploading, accessing, streaming, posting,
emailing, transmitting or otherwise making available any materials that infringe
any patent, trademark, trade secret,
• Participating in or committing telecommunications fraud.
• Any activities which will damage, disable, vandalize or
otherwise harm computer equipment or software.
• You agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless
Sky-Packets against any and all claims, costs or liabilities arising from or
related to your violation of these terms of use.
Performance of the Network
In order to use the Network, you must have a WiFi- capable device that
(a) meets U.S. and other applicable technical standards;
(b) is compatible with the Network;
(c) runs the IP protocol; and
(d) is configured to obtain web addresses automatically.
The WiFi device must be in close enough proximity to Network wireless access
points to achieve connectivity with the Network.
It is understood that the Network is subject to external interferences,
environmental influences, and other factors and variables beyond our reasonable
control. Performance and availability may vary, including but not limited to or
affected by,
(a) transmission and download speed and accuracy;
(b) network congestion;
(c) performance, configuration, and functionality of your
WiFi devices and wireless cards (including, but not limited to memory, storage
and other limitations;
(d) physical obstructions and distances between your WiFi
device and the Network;
(e) availability of electric power;
(f) collocation failures;
(g) transmission and equipment limitations, failures,
maintenance or repair; and
(h) user error.
The Network may also be interrupted, refused, limited or curtailed for these
reasons. Sky-Packets is not responsible for data lost or misdirected due to
these and other foreseeable and unforeseeable factors. Actual network speed and
other performance will vary.
In order to maintain acceptable levels of service for all Network users and to
improve this service, we reserve the right to make such adjustments to the use
of such services as necessary to maximize the benefit and enjoyment for all
Network users.
Service may be suspended or terminated for any reason. There is no right created
to use this WiFi service. No WiFi provider can offer absolute privacy while on
the internet and transactions may be monitored for your protection against
illegal or fraudulent acts.
Changes to the Network and these Terms of Use
You agree that Sky-Packets may for any reason, and without notice to you, modify
or terminate the HOW Network and these Terms of Use without liability to you,
any user or any third party. We urge you to review these Terms of Use
periodically so that you will be aware of any modifications.
Effective December, 2013