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<a href="http://pods.dasnr.okstate.edu/docushare/dsweb/Get/Document-10504/AGEC-1065web.pdf">http://pods.dasnr.okstate.edu/docushare/dsweb/Get/Document-10504/AGEC-1065web.pdf</a><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#221E1F"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">You may know someone who could benefit….<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="Pa8" align="center" style="text-align:center"><b><span style="font-size:24.0pt;color:#221E1F">Internet Options for Low-Income Households in Oklahoma</span></b><span style="font-size:24.0pt;color:#221E1F"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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I thought #5 was interesting…<b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#221E1F">.. Great idea.
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<b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#221E1F">5. Library Hotspot Programs </span>
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<p class="Pa6" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;color:#221E1F">Libraries have long been a common source of internet access for low-income households across the nation. This has typically required patrons to make a trip to the library
to use their computers or wireless connection. Recently, however, some libraries across the nation have begun programs that “loan out the internet” by allowing patrons to check out mobile hotspot devices. These devices use cellular networks (the same ones
used by smartphones) to provide access to the internet. The devices can be used inside a home, taken to other locations such as a restaurant or community center or even taken with the patron on road trips. As long as the cellular network used by the hotspot
(for example, Sprint or AT&T) has service in that area, it will provide broadband access. The hotspots can be used to hook up multiple devices to the internet, such as tablets, smartphones or laptops. Multiple users (up to 15) can log on to a single hotspot
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<p class="Pa6" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;color:#221E1F">Libraries have different policies about who can check out these devices and how long the loan period is. However, most libraries with a program will allow adults with a valid
library card to check out the device, and loan periods usually range between one week and one month. These programs are currently more popular in urban locations such as Tulsa; however ongoing research has suggested such programs are viable in rural communities
(IMLS, 2016). Ask about the program in your local library. If it is unavailable, express an interest and direct the library personnel to information about similar programs (available in the reference section of this document).
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<p class="Pa7" style="margin-bottom:2.0pt"><b><span style="font-size:11.5pt;color:#221E1F">Summary
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<p class="Pa6" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;color:#221E1F">As the Internet becomes an integral part of the lives of most citizens, those without access risk falling behind. There are several low- or no-cost options available for low-income
households that would like to have their own broadband connection. The best choice will depend on the providers available in the area and household preference regarding the type of technology they would like to use.
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<p class="MsoNormal">Kelli S Yadon<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Oklahoma Main Street Center<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">900 North Stiles Avenue<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Oklahoma City, OK 73104<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">P: 405.815.5379<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">C: 405.778.9375<o:p></o:p></p>
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