My thoughts (not speaking for my employer) are right along the same lines. The analytics are nice, but if they’re of interest to departments or colleges, the same data can likely be gleaned from the university’s own records. On the other hand, in public venues (sports arenas, outreach events, college expos, campus tours) it might still be worthwhile.
-- Toivo Voll Network Engineer Information Technology Communications University of South Florida From: The EDUCAUSE Wireless Issues Constituent Group Listserv [mailto:WIRELESS-LAN@LISTSERV.EDUCAUSE.EDU] On Behalf Of Lee H Badman Sent: Tuesday, December 10, 2013 2:59 PM To: WIRELESS-LAN@LISTSERV.EDUCAUSE.EDU Subject: [WIRELESS-LAN] Social media "credentials" for guest access? Hello to the Group- Among WLAN vendors and portal provider, the usage of social media login as an acceptable guest network sign-in mechanism is getting more common. I get the appeal for retail/hospitality WLANs that ultimately will Target marketing at you based on these credentials, but I’m not digging it myself for use in higher ed because of the “anyone can come up with a BS social media sign-in” factor. At the same time, to dismiss any system that uses social media means narrowing down your choices for guest access when you’re shopping, and so I wonder… Are any schools using guest access that is based on social media login? How’s it working out for you, and have you ever regretted the choice? Thanks- Lee Badman ********** Participation and subscription information for this EDUCAUSE Constituent Group discussion list can be found at http://www.educause.edu/groups/.
