Frequently asked questions regarding WRDSB’s WiFi networks

What is BYOD?

• Bring Your Own Device.

What is a WRDSB assigned device?

• A school or department assigns a staff member a device for exclusive use. It is not shared with other staff or students.
• It is recommended that the staff member uses their own login information for connecting to WRDSB Staff and Students on these devices.

What is a WRDSB Shared device?

• An iPad, Chromebook or tablet purchased by the WRDSB that is used by many students and not assigned to an individual.
• These devices will be configured and managed by IT Services staff to use WRDSB Staff and Students automatically.

What about WRDSB shared devices such as iPads and Chromebooks?

• These will be configured by IT Services staff. You should not use your login on a shared iPad
• WRDSB Shared Chromebook will connect to WRDSB Staff and Students automatically when you login.
• Using the guest account on a Chromebook, will only allow connections to WRDSB Wireless

Why Do I have to login?

• Using your login information to connect to WRDSB Staff and Students ensures a secure connection and provides resources to sites not available on WRDSB Wireless

I have multiple devices? Can I only use one?

• You can authenticate to WRDSB Staff and Students on all the devices you use

Does the WRDSB collect personal data and list Apps on my phone?

• The WRDSB does NOT collect any personal data from BYOD devices.