VA San Diego Healthcare System Guest Wi-Fi Internet Access

By connecting to this wireless Internet service, you are agreeing to the following terms and related policies.

VA San Diego Healthcare System is providing wireless connectivity in its facilities as a public service and offers no guarantees or representations that any use of the wireless connection is in any way secure, or that any privacy can be protected when using this wireless connection. Use of this wireless connection is entirely at the risk of the user, and VA San Diego Healthcare System is not responsible for any loss of any information that may arise from the use of the wireless connection, nor is VA San Diego Healthcare System responsible for any loss, injury, or damages resulting from the use of the wireless connection. Anyone using the wireless network provided by VA San Diego Healthcare System is forewarned that there can be no expectation of privacy when using the wireless network.

Wi-Fi Service Terms and Conditions:

VA San Diego Healthcare System provides limited but free Internet access most hours, except during maintenance procedures, for patients and their guests' personal use with portable computers or devices capable of receiving wireless signals.

As with most public wireless "hot spots," San Diego VA Healthcare System's wireless connection is not secure. Any information being sent or received could potentially be intercepted by another wireless user. Cautious and informed wireless users should not transmit their credit card information, passwords and any other sensitive personal information while using any wireless "hot spot."

Users assume all associated risks and agree to hold harmless VA San Diego Healthcare System and its employees for any personal information (e.g. credit card) that is compromised, or for any damage caused to users' hardware or software due to electric surges, security issues or consequences caused by viruses or hacking. All wireless access users should have up-to-date virus protection on their personal laptop computers or wireless devices.

VA San Diego Healthcare System Wi-Fi users may see other Wi-Fi networks within San Diego VA Healthcare System. Use of these non-VA San Diego Healthcare System wireless networks within the facility is also governed by our policies. VA San Diego Healthcare System strongly recommends you do not use other Wi-Fi networks.

VA San Diego Healthcare System administrative staff may provide basic instructions for accessing the Internet via these connections, but if a user has problems accessing the Internet over these connections, the VA San Diego Healthcare System staff cannot assist with user's network settings or perform any troubleshooting on the user's computer. Users should refer to their owner's manuals or other support services.

All users are expected to use San Diego VA Healthcare System's wireless access network in a legal and responsible manner, consistent with the public service and informational purposes for which it is provided. Users should not violate federal or local laws, including the transmission or receiving of child pornography or harmful material, fraud, or downloading copyrighted material.

Any restriction or monitoring of a minor's access to San Diego VA Healthcare System's wireless network is the sole responsibility of the patient or guest.