Re: [info-tech] SanDisk Cruzer Freedom

[Dorothy DeGroot]

Tony - Looks like you got the answer you needed.  I just wanted to add a couple of ideas that might be of interest to you or others reading this listserv.   In addition to the items that can be purchased, there are some items (like textbooks) that can be leased for a year.  There are a number of books that can be downloaded for free, also.  This would allow teachers to practice the techniques possible...highlight, bookmark, add notes, "page" through the book, etc.  -- at no cost beyond the initial purchase of the Cruzer Freedom.   This morning, I downloaded the Merriam-Webster Dictionary and a couple of World Fact Books, among other items - all for free.    The main menu features: eBooks, Music,  Games - most of the games had a free 60 minute trial, the vVdeo site is still being developed, and the Learning site - where I found the textbooks and free dictionary and fact books.    There is also a free 30-day trial on a graphic calculator.   IF/WHEN this also incorporates text-to-speech capability, (the company reps told us this would be possible in a year), it will have even greater usability, Here is the current info from the Fall AV Co-op - Item #4120 Previous Item | Next Item Browse >> Computer >> Storage Drives (Portable Hard Drives, Disk Drives, Flash Drives) Spacer USB 2.0 Flash Drive, 1GB - SanDisk Cruzer Freedom Features: Cruzer Freedoms FlashCP software runs directly off the USB flash drive and is not installed on the PC, this drive becomes a "digital backpack". SanDisk's proprietary software allows easy and secure downloads of copyrighted content including textbooks, novels, study guides, educational software, and much more; Durable design; Distinctive LED; Dimensions: 79mm (length), 20mm (width of USB flash drive), 35.4mm (width of cap), 11mm (thickness), Weight: 15 grams; Hi-Speed USB 2.0 certified (backwards compatible with all USB 1.1 ports). Package Contents Cruzer Freedom USB flash drive, Quick Start Guide, End-User License Agreement (for software), Cap on key ring, Cap on breakaway neck lanyard, Multi-colored stickers for students to optionally label or decorate their devices. Minimum System Requirements:  For the USB flash drive (hardware), Pentium PC or Macintosh computer with USB support, Windows XP/2000, Mac: OS X v10.1.2+, High power USB hub port (500mA), USB 2.0 port required for hi-speed transfer. To download content (software) requires Windows XP/2000 (Service Pack 4), Full local administrator rights on the PC (or download the driver), Internet Explorer 6 (Service Pack 1), Item #: 4120 Your Price $: 43.27 Previous | Next More Info       ----- Original Message ----- From: Richardson,Tony To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Sent: Friday, November 03, 2006 9:13 AM Subject: [info-tech] SanDisk Cruzer Freedom Is anyone else out there using the SanDisk Cruzer Freedom USB device?  If so what is the process for getting teachers access to the website where they can upload content for students?   Thanks, Tony Richardson Technology Coordinator Humboldt Community School District [EMAIL PROTECTED]