Does anyone have thoughts to share about creating a program to make wireless laptops available for patron checkout? This question was originally asked by intlfallsdiane in May:

“Our library is hoping to have four wireless equipped laptop computers available for patrons to borrow in the library. …

“… Is anyone else checking out computers for library use? Is anyone willing to share their circulation policies?”

Though the topic garnered some discussion in the months since, tfinney prompted official Question of the Week status by reminding us of the issue’s relevance.

“My library is also in process of circulating laptops. I am also curious to find out circulating polices for laptops in public libraries. “

As laptop prices continue to plummet and wireless access moves closer to ubiquity, this seems like a service many libraries may try. Please respond to this question in the discussion boards or here, in the blog, as a comment.

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