[HoneyBunny & Mouse]

During our visit in October, we would like to have use of a computer for checking in on the forum and other info. We don't have a laptop to bring with us. Would there be access to a computer in any of the centers?



HB&M

[Becky]

Savannah Center has free computers for use.

Becky

[HoneyBunny & Mouse]

Becky, thanks for the info. we will check it out when we get there.

HB&M

[pqrstar]

There are also computers at The Villages Library

[HoneyBunny & Mouse]

pqrstar, thanks for the additional information. wav wav

[k2at]

If we bring a laptop with us, does the Library have an open system so I can use my laptop and where else can one use a laptop?

[tkret]

Originally Posted by k2at

If we bring a laptop with us, does the Library have an open system so I can use my laptop and where else can one use a laptop?

I was told that with a laptop you can receive the Library's wifi out in the parking lot. I didn't bring my laptop when I was in TV last so I cannot confirm this. Perhaps, someone can, though.

[redwitch]

k2, I'm assuming your laptop has wifi. Depending on your neighborhood, the odds are pretty high that someone will have an unsecured router near you. If secured, just knock on a couple of doors and I'm willing to bet they'd be happy to put in their password on your laptop (you don't have to see it -- they can type it in).

[Mintjulep]

And if that doesn't work, Chrispers, Dunkin' Donuts, Panera Bread, and many other places have free wi-fi that I have accessed from their parking lot...

[tkret]

Originally Posted by Mintjulep

And if that doesn't work, Chrispers, Dunkin' Donuts, Panera Bread, and many other places have free wi-fi that I have accessed from their parking lot...

Mintjulep,

I'm not a resident, yet, so would you mind replying and letting me know where Dunkin' donuts and Panera Bread are located? Are they on 466?

[redwitch]

Also, Denny's off of 441. I believe Starbucks in both squares. There are many wifi spots. The biggest problem is that all but Denny's close early. And, yes, Chrisper's, Dunkin are off of 466.

[k2at]

Wow, I did not believe that there was so much wifi capability in the Villages! I don't believe that I have the nerve to ask a neighbor if I can steal there internet capability for 3 months by piggybacking off theirs though. I know to offer them some remuneration for using their system is illegal. Perhaps, I will just use one of the other legal sites.

[redwitch]

I'd just start by seeing if there's an unsecured network available from your house. Honestly, I think most wouldn't mind if you piggybacked. I know I don't and have set up my neighbor's puter to use my router when she's here for her 5 months. It doesn't cost me a thing extra and, so long as I know so that I can make my laptop a tad more secure, I'm happy to help her out.

That's one of the nicer things about TV, people really do want to help each other out and be good neighbors.

[handieman]

Originally Posted by k2at

Wow, I did not believe that there was so much wifi capability in the Villages! I don't believe that I have the nerve to ask a neighbor if I can steal there internet capability for 3 months by piggybacking off theirs though. I know to offer them some remuneration for using their system is illegal. Perhaps, I will just use one of the other legal sites.

Try getting my wifi signal from Mallory rec center, it's open.

Handie :joke:

[zcaveman]

Originally Posted by tkret

Mintjulep,

I'm not a resident, yet, so would you mind replying and letting me know where Dunkin' donuts and Panera Bread are located? Are they on 466?

Paneras is in Spanish Springs. Dunkin Donuts is on 466 in Southern Trace.