RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management
LanSchool is a pretty good product and not a bad price it is sold by the classroom for roughly $500.00 per classroom and who's to say how big your classroom is 30, 50, 100 computers. Works well with RDP thinclients. http://www.lanschool.com/ Thanks, Tony Richardson, Technology Coordinator Humboldt Community School District trichard...@humboldt.k12.ia.us From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us on behalf of Mueller, Mitch Sent: Wed 2/4/2009 11:21 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Anyone out there know of any programs that allow you to do desktop management with Microsoft RDP or Terminal Services. We are looking for something that works well. Just need to keep a watch on our kids is all. Thanks Mitch Mueller Emmetsburg Community Schools winmail.dat
[info-tech] Ideas for Desktop Video Conferencing
Anyone out there experimenting with desktop video conferencing. I would like to start experimenting with using this internally for staff but it needs to be simple to use with control on the client side of things so that they don't feel like they are being spied on. I know there is Microsoft Netmeeting and Windows Communicator but don't need all that just something simple to use and cheap that allow multiple people to face to face meet via video. Thanks, Tony Richardson, Technology Coordinator Humboldt Community School District trichard...@humboldt.k12.ia.us
Re: [info-tech] software choices
I've used Faronics Deep Freeze for years and really like it. Sarah M. Freking, District Technology Director Storm Lake Community School District Storm Lake, IA 50588 Phone: 712-732-8100 Fax: 712-732-8101 info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us writes: What software choices do I have to lock down computers in a K-8 building to prevent unwanted program download and installation, desktop changes, chats...ect? Paul (Wally) Heyer Technology Coordinator Titonka CSD www.titonka.k12.ia.us
RE: [info-tech] software choices [Spam score:8%]
I've been looking into this too, and I think I can do everything I need to with group policy. I've been looking at the Software Restriction Policies so only approved exe's will run. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Paul Heyer Sent: Wednesday, February 04, 2009 9:58 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] software choices [Spam score:8%] What software choices do I have to lock down computers in a K-8 building to prevent unwanted program download and installation, desktop changes, chats...ect? Paul (Wally) Heyer Technology Coordinator Titonka CSD www.titonka.k12.ia.us
Re: [info-tech] software choices
We use deep freeze and steadfast here -- UNIX is basically a simple operating system, but you have to be a genius to understand the simplicity. ~ Dennis Ritchie -- Lance L. Lennon District Technology Director Eagle Grove Community School District 515-448-4749
RE: [info-tech] p!mp my cla$$room [Spam score:8%]
We got our first three this past summer. We have the 680i's and I really like them. The teachers that have them really like them and use them a lot. They have been giving presentations to other teachers within our district and we are ordering quite a few more this summer. I agree that there isn't a classroom that couldn't benefit from it. The kids even love to get up in front of the class now, because they'll get to draw on the smart board. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Timothy A. Limbert Sent: Wednesday, February 04, 2009 4:12 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] p!mp my cla$$room [Spam score:8%] We just got our first two real Smart boards in November (I'm a little embarrassed to say that). We also have a older Mimio (that one teacher really likes!). I like the Smart boards, and so do the teachers who have them, but I am not terribly impressed with the software that runs them. A little confusing, stuff changes too much when there are updates, and it seems to hang up too often. I do like the touch-sensitive nature of the Smart boards (you can use your fingers), as opposed to the Prometheans where you have to use the pen. But, I'm more impressed with the Promethean software. We also have the Senteo clickers (instant-response system), and they're cool too, but again, the Promethean ones seem better to me. My general opinion is that there is nobody in any classroom that couldn't benefit from an interactive whiteboard. I love to demonstrate tech stuff with one, and control everything just by touching the board. --- Timothy A. Limbert Technology Coordinator Newell-Fonda CSD 712-272-3324 --- iChat/AIM: tlimbert65 MSN: limbert65 Twitter: limbert65 Skype: limbert_65 From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Sarah Freking Sent: Wednesday, February 04, 2009 4:00 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] p!mp my cla$$room I'd like to hear thoughts about smart boards. Who has them, which ones, and what do you think? Sarah M. Freking, District Technology Director Storm Lake Community School District Storm Lake, IA 50588 Phone: 712-732-8100 Fax: 712-732-8101 info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.usmailto:info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us writes: While I can see the coolness with flatscreens and the overlay, to me that is a limited size for showing an entire classroom. The more and more that I watch people use the smart board idea, or the overlay in this case, the more and more I like the interactive wireless tablets. Maybe I am missing something with the flatscreens that can't be solved with a super-bright projector. As far as the rest of the ideas, the only other thing that I would question would be the netbook over a full-powered notebook. Can a netbook keep up doing the pod/vodcasts or are there limitations? Just my techie view. Jeremy From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.usmailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Henn, Layne Sent: Wednesday, February 04, 2009 3:36 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.usmailto:info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Cc: nwaeat...@nwaea.k12.ia.usmailto:nwaeat...@nwaea.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] p!mp my cla$$room I want to start a discussion. Something to think about before you go home tonight :) If we started a reality show called *~P!mp my Cla$$room~* and you folks were the ones decking it out What would you put in it??? Here's mine - 2- 52 flatscreens (1080i) 1 with smart overlay Document Camera - Pick your brand.. Netbooks for every student with SmartSync software Audio Enhancement system Flip HD camera's for video podcasting lessons and classroom activities. Wireless (obviously) * Let's not forget the Ongoing Professional Development and personal lesson design consultant ++ Should I think bigger? Layne A. Henn 712.224.7423 [cid:image001.jpg@01C98767.A737C100] inline: image001.jpg
RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management
Mitch, I use Boztek VENM Console 2009. It uses VNC (I use Ultra w/ encryption) It is a download that is really cheap. I bought 1 admin license for $59. It works pretty well, and you can do a bunch of scripting things with it. I do not use it with the thin clients we have. For those I just hop on the thin client server and remote control them. It saves a bunch of trips to the other buildings because I just remote in when possible and fix things and walk people through things. The software is updated often (I think I have had 4 last week) to fix bugs and add features. Then best part is the kids know that I can pop on there computer at any time, so every time the screen flickers they think it is me looking in on them. evil laughlolevil laugh Thanks, Chad Frerichs Director Of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA 51351 -Original Message- From: Mueller, Mitch [mailto:mmuel...@emmetsburg.k12.ia.us] Sent: February 04, 2009 11:22 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Anyone out there know of any programs that allow you to do desktop management with Microsoft RDP or Terminal Services. We are looking for something that works well. Just need to keep a watch on our kids is all. Thanks Mitch Mueller Emmetsburg Community Schools
RE: [info-tech] Ideas for Desktop Video Conferencing
I saw and ad during the super bowl for oovoo.com, but I haven't looked at it yet. It said it was free. Chad Frerichs Director Of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA 51351 -Original Message- From: Richardson,Tony [mailto:trichard...@humboldt.k12.ia.us] Sent: February 05, 2009 4:54 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Ideas for Desktop Video Conferencing Anyone out there experimenting with desktop video conferencing. I would like to start experimenting with using this internally for staff but it needs to be simple to use with control on the client side of things so that they don't feel like they are being spied on. I know there is Microsoft Netmeeting and Windows Communicator but don't need all that just something simple to use and cheap that allow multiple people to face to face meet via video. Thanks, Tony Richardson, Technology Coordinator Humboldt Community School District trichard...@humboldt.k12.ia.us
Re: [info-tech] p!mp my cla$$room
Ok . . . well we've bought a few --Promethean, I was impressed with those-- (because there was money available), but I am embarrassed to say I haven't installed them yet. Not sure of where to put them to be most beneficial, and not sure where the permanent solution is. I would like to think we're doing OK--all of our teachers have laptops, the three upper buildings have projectors, and the two lower buildings have a few projectors currently to share. HS is almost fully stocked with document cameras, our upper elementary building 1/2 with them, and the rest will hopefully have them and the projectors (for those who don't currently) by next school year. While the coolness of a smartboard excites me (a techie)--I'm wondering how much more the smartboard does than the document camera (for most) at this point. I will still be doing staff development this winter/spring on how to do powerpoints and AEA online, video streaming, --as well as online learning, iLife suite and some higher end use. I just think there are so many skills and comfort levels that need to be overcome before we move to learning and figuring out an interactive whiteboard and something that a cheaper alternative can probably take care of (doc cams). Of course, I'm thinking of how could we be using cell phones in the classrooms now (-vs- a 1:1 laptop initiative--my Blackberry does quite a bit) and other technology sources . . . how does this all fit? (Another discussion for people to comment on.) Again, I think we have a number of staff who would and can embrace the new technology . . . but still some, who, while they like their laptop, would be happier with the old LC Macs note I m not a PC person, again because nothing would have to change. I could then really go on a soapbox of utilizing technology not as a stand alone skill, but rather as a way to make things easier . . . but I'll save it for another time. LOL As far as my classroom . . . projector, surround sound, Flips for everyone (how cool is that), use of cell phones, smartboard (I know what I just talked about . . . but in Utopia), ICN room type setting . . . reseach pods and people who are differentiating instruction and teaching 21st century skills. Ooo and unlimited network size. On Feb 4, 2009, at 4:00 PM, Sarah Freking wrote: I'd like to hear thoughts about smart boards. Who has them, which ones, and what do you think? Sarah M. Freking, District Technology Director Storm Lake Community School District Storm Lake, IA 50588 Phone: 712-732-8100 Fax: 712-732-8101 info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us writes: While I can see the coolness with flatscreens and the overlay, to me that is a limited size for showing an entire classroom. The more and more that I watch people use the smart board idea, or the overlay in this case, the more and more I like the interactive wireless tablets. Maybe I am missing something with the flatscreens that can’t be solved with a super-bright projector. As far as the rest of the ideas, the only other thing that I would question would be the netbook over a full-powered notebook. Can a netbook keep up doing the pod/vodcasts or are there limitations? Just my techie view. Jeremy From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12..ia.us [mailto:info-tech- ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Henn, Layne Sent: Wednesday, February 04, 2009 3:36 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Cc: nwaeat...@nwaea.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] p!mp my cla$$room I want to start a discussion. Something to think about before you go home tonight J If we started a reality show called *~P!mp my Cla$$room~* and you folks were the ones decking it out…. What would you put in it??? Here’s mine – 2- 52” flatscreens (1080i) 1 with smart overlay Document Camera – Pick your brand.. Netbooks for every student with SmartSync software Audio Enhancement system Flip HD camera’s for video podcasting lessons and classroom activities. Wireless (obviously) n Let’s not forget the Ongoing Professional Development and personal lesson design consultant ++ Should I think bigger? Layne A. Henn 712.224.7423 aW1hZ2UwMDEuanBn
Re: [info-tech] Ideas for Desktop Video Conferencing
We played with ooVoo at a tech meeting. Looked fairly straight forward, easy and dual platform. Lance Lennon, Brent Hilton, and myself all have ooVOo accounts so if you wish to try it out drop me a line. Karl H. Hehr Technology/Curriculum Director South Hamilton CSD www.s-hamilton.k12.ia.us 515.827.5418 (W) 515.209.9767 (C) 515.827.5368 (F) On Feb 5, 2009, at 8:10 AM, Frerichs, Chad wrote: I saw and ad during the super bowl for oovoo.com, but I haven’t looked at it yet. It said it was free. Chad Frerichs Director Of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA 51351 -Original Message- From: Richardson,Tony [mailto:trichard...@humboldt.k12.ia.us] Sent: February 05, 2009 4:54 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Ideas for Desktop Video Conferencing Anyone out there experimenting with desktop video conferencing. I would like to start experimenting with using this internally for staff but it needs to be simple to use with control on the client side of things so that they don't feel like they are being spied on. I know there is Microsoft Netmeeting and Windows Communicator but don't need all that just something simple to use and cheap that allow multiple people to face to face meet via video. Thanks, Tony Richardson, Technology Coordinator Humboldt Community School District trichard...@humboldt.k12.ia.us
Re: [info-tech] Ideas for Desktop Video Conferencing
ditto what Karl said. I need to remember my ooVoo account, but it work fairly well. -- If you put tomfoolery into a computer, nothing comes out of it but tomfoolery. But this tomfoolery, having passed through a very expensive machine, is somehow enobled and no-one dares criticize it. ~Pierre Gallois. -- Lance L. Lennon District Technology Director Eagle Grove Community School District 515-448-4749
RE: [info-tech] software choices
Centurion DriveShield also works well. Craig Rowedder Technology Support Technician Asst. Football Track Coach Jefferson-Scranton Comm. Schools East Greene Comm. Schools From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Paul Heyer [phe...@titonka.k12.ia.us] Sent: Wednesday, February 04, 2009 9:57 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] software choices What software choices do I have to lock down computers in a K-8 building to prevent unwanted program download and installation, desktop changes, chats...ect? Paul (Wally) Heyer Technology Coordinator Titonka CSD www.titonka.k12.ia.us
Re: [info-tech] Ideas for Desktop Video Conferencing
I have been looking at solutions for several years. If you had money to invest the best I have seen so far is Elluminate. There vClass product was constructed specifically for the education market. The instructor has full control of what each participant can and can not do. There is a simple poll program where you can ask True/False or up to A,B,C,D,E,F. They do offer Three for Free but that is really only helpful for some initial testing. http://www.elluminate.com/ We as an agency are using DimDim (Now that I watched 'Night at the Museum I keep thinning of the Easter Island Statue). The program can do video, but our tech committee consensus is that the video is not that big of a deal. The other features such as shared white board, Desktop Sharing, and file uploading are really the tools needed for remote meetings. Best of all DimDim is free and will allow up to 20 people in a room. Need more rooms, just sign up for more accounts. DimDim also offers a Open Source version of the software that you can run yourself without the 20 person limit. I looks like the Open Source version is the previous commercial version. DimDim works well on both Windows and Mac systems. http://www.dimdim.com If anyone wants to see a demo of either program I have accounts at both and I can send you an invite to test. From: Richardson,Tony Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 4:54 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Ideas for Desktop Video Conferencing Anyone out there experimenting with desktop video conferencing. I would like to start experimenting with using this internally for staff but it needs to be simple to use with control on the client side of things so that they don't feel like they are being spied on. I know there is Microsoft Netmeeting and Windows Communicator but don't need all that just something simple to use and cheap that allow multiple people to face to face meet via video. Thanks, Tony Richardson, Technology Coordinator Humboldt Community School District trichard...@humboldt.k12.ia.us
RE: [info-tech] software choices
We use Compuguard Cornerstone by Centurion Technologies. Works great and has Management Console software for easy unfreezing of drives to apply updates, etc. http://www.centuriontech.com/products/compuguardcornerstone/ Chris Koenck Network Specialist Head Wrestling Boys' Tennis Coach Estherville Lincoln Central CSD 712-362-8404-office 712-380-2337-cell -Original Message- From: Rowedder, Craig [mailto:crowed...@jefferson-scranton.k12.ia.us] Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 8:50 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] software choices Centurion DriveShield also works well. Craig Rowedder Technology Support Technician Asst. Football Track Coach Jefferson-Scranton Comm. Schools East Greene Comm. Schools From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Paul Heyer [phe...@titonka.k12.ia.us] Sent: Wednesday, February 04, 2009 9:57 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] software choices What software choices do I have to lock down computers in a K-8 building to prevent unwanted program download and installation, desktop changes, chats...ect? Paul (Wally) Heyer Technology Coordinator Titonka CSD www.titonka.k12.ia.us
RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management
Ok. Well than maybe I should have stated that we would like to watch the screen of the terminal clients. We used to have syncroeyes but that does not work with thin clients. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Frerichs, Chad Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 8:08 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Mitch, I use Boztek VENM Console 2009. It uses VNC (I use Ultra w/ encryption) It is a download that is really cheap. I bought 1 admin license for $59. It works pretty well, and you can do a bunch of scripting things with it. I do not use it with the thin clients we have. For those I just hop on the thin client server and remote control them. It saves a bunch of trips to the other buildings because I just remote in when possible and fix things and walk people through things. The software is updated often (I think I have had 4 last week) to fix bugs and add features. Then best part is the kids know that I can pop on there computer at any time, so every time the screen flickers they think it is me looking in on them. evil laughlolevil laugh Thanks, Chad Frerichs Director Of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA 51351 -Original Message- From: Mueller, Mitch [mailto:mmuel...@emmetsburg.k12.ia.us] Sent: February 04, 2009 11:22 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Anyone out there know of any programs that allow you to do desktop management with Microsoft RDP or Terminal Services. We are looking for something that works well. Just need to keep a watch on our kids is all. Thanks Mitch Mueller Emmetsburg Community Schools
RE: [info-tech] Open Office
Nope. We have tested a little, and are thinking about a move in the future. But nothing on any large scale, and not with anyone outside the technology department. Sorry. Jeremy From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Mark Walz Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 9:57 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Open Office Has anyone ever switched a group of users from MS Office to Open Office?
RE: [info-tech] Open Office
Okoboji is ALL open office. In fact I am updating the H.S. carts to OOo 3 today (they should be the last to get 3). I push it using group policy, but it is pretty slow and hit or miss over the wireless, so I bring them down to the lunch room and wire them in to the network to push it. Chad Frerichs Director Of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA 51351 -Original Message- From: Mark Walz [mailto:mw...@lemars.k12.ia.us] Sent: February 05, 2009 9:57 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Open Office Has anyone ever switched a group of users from MS Office to Open Office?
RE: [info-tech] Ideas for Desktop Video Conferencing
Thanks, I'll check them out. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Scott Fosseen Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 8:57 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] Ideas for Desktop Video Conferencing I have been looking at solutions for several years. If you had money to invest the best I have seen so far is Elluminate. There vClass product was constructed specifically for the education market. The instructor has full control of what each participant can and can not do. There is a simple poll program where you can ask True/False or up to A,B,C,D,E,F. They do offer Three for Free but that is really only helpful for some initial testing. http://www.elluminate.com/ We as an agency are using DimDim (Now that I watched 'Night at the Museum I keep thinning of the Easter Island Statue). The program can do video, but our tech committee consensus is that the video is not that big of a deal. The other features such as shared white board, Desktop Sharing, and file uploading are really the tools needed for remote meetings. Best of all DimDim is free and will allow up to 20 people in a room. Need more rooms, just sign up for more accounts. DimDim also offers a Open Source version of the software that you can run yourself without the 20 person limit. I looks like the Open Source version is the previous commercial version. DimDim works well on both Windows and Mac systems. http://www.dimdim.com If anyone wants to see a demo of either program I have accounts at both and I can send you an invite to test. From: Richardson,Tony mailto:trichard...@humboldt.k12.ia.us Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 4:54 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Ideas for Desktop Video Conferencing Anyone out there experimenting with desktop video conferencing. I would like to start experimenting with using this internally for staff but it needs to be simple to use with control on the client side of things so that they don't feel like they are being spied on. I know there is Microsoft Netmeeting and Windows Communicator but don't need all that just something simple to use and cheap that allow multiple people to face to face meet via video. Thanks, Tony Richardson, Technology Coordinator Humboldt Community School District trichard...@humboldt.k12.ia.us
RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management
LanSchool does that and also allows teachers control for teaching a class. For example a teacher using the media center with her class can blank the screens of the thin clients with say a message like eyes on the teacher please. Then she can release the screens when ready. Keeps them from screwing around and not paying attention. It is also very reasonably priced. The media center person can watch the desktops lock the keyboards, snap shot the screens , etc. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Mueller, Mitch Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 9:26 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Ok. Well than maybe I should have stated that we would like to watch the screen of the terminal clients. We used to have syncroeyes but that does not work with thin clients. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Frerichs, Chad Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 8:08 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Mitch, I use Boztek VENM Console 2009. It uses VNC (I use Ultra w/ encryption) It is a download that is really cheap. I bought 1 admin license for $59. It works pretty well, and you can do a bunch of scripting things with it. I do not use it with the thin clients we have. For those I just hop on the thin client server and remote control them. It saves a bunch of trips to the other buildings because I just remote in when possible and fix things and walk people through things. The software is updated often (I think I have had 4 last week) to fix bugs and add features. Then best part is the kids know that I can pop on there computer at any time, so every time the screen flickers they think it is me looking in on them. evil laughlolevil laugh Thanks, Chad Frerichs Director Of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA 51351 -Original Message- From: Mueller, Mitch [mailto:mmuel...@emmetsburg.k12.ia.us] Sent: February 04, 2009 11:22 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Anyone out there know of any programs that allow you to do desktop management with Microsoft RDP or Terminal Services. We are looking for something that works well. Just need to keep a watch on our kids is all. Thanks Mitch Mueller Emmetsburg Community Schools
RE: [info-tech] Open Office [Spam score:8%]
Any huge issues during conversion or was it pretty easy on the users? From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Frerichs, Chad Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 10:24 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Open Office [Spam score:8%] Okoboji is ALL open office. In fact I am updating the H.S. carts to OOo 3 today (they should be the last to get 3). I push it using group policy, but it is pretty slow and hit or miss over the wireless, so I bring them down to the lunch room and wire them in to the network to push it. Chad Frerichs Director Of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA 51351 -Original Message- From: Mark Walz [mailto:mw...@lemars.k12.ia.us] Sent: February 05, 2009 9:57 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Open Office Has anyone ever switched a group of users from MS Office to Open Office?
[info-tech] google docs
anybody out there know the answer to this riddle? If I create a form in google docs, how do I get back to it after I have saved and closed it? I can get to the response pages, but not the original document. Thanks. -- A: Yes. Q: Are you sure? A: Because it reverses the logical flow of conversation. Q: Why is top posting frowned upon? -- Lance L. Lennon District Technology Director Eagle Grove Community School District 515-448-4749
Re: [info-tech] google docs
thanks Karl, that is awesome! -- The most likely way for the world to be destroyed, most experts agree, is by accident. That's where we come in; we're computer professionals. We cause accidents. ~Nathaniel Borenstein -- Lance L. Lennon District Technology Director Eagle Grove Community School District 515-448-4749
RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management
Ok. Well than does it not work with server 2003. When I go to install the trial version it never really installs on the server. Am I doing something wrong. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Richardson,Tony Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 10:32 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management LanSchool does that and also allows teachers control for teaching a class. For example a teacher using the media center with her class can blank the screens of the thin clients with say a message like eyes on the teacher please. Then she can release the screens when ready. Keeps them from screwing around and not paying attention. It is also very reasonably priced. The media center person can watch the desktops lock the keyboards, snap shot the screens , etc. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Mueller, Mitch Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 9:26 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Ok. Well than maybe I should have stated that we would like to watch the screen of the terminal clients. We used to have syncroeyes but that does not work with thin clients. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Frerichs, Chad Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 8:08 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Mitch, I use Boztek VENM Console 2009. It uses VNC (I use Ultra w/ encryption) It is a download that is really cheap. I bought 1 admin license for $59. It works pretty well, and you can do a bunch of scripting things with it. I do not use it with the thin clients we have. For those I just hop on the thin client server and remote control them. It saves a bunch of trips to the other buildings because I just remote in when possible and fix things and walk people through things. The software is updated often (I think I have had 4 last week) to fix bugs and add features. Then best part is the kids know that I can pop on there computer at any time, so every time the screen flickers they think it is me looking in on them. evil laughlolevil laugh Thanks, Chad Frerichs Director Of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA 51351 -Original Message- From: Mueller, Mitch [mailto:mmuel...@emmetsburg.k12.ia.us] Sent: February 04, 2009 11:22 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Anyone out there know of any programs that allow you to do desktop management with Microsoft RDP or Terminal Services. We are looking for something that works well. Just need to keep a watch on our kids is all. Thanks Mitch Mueller Emmetsburg Community Schools
RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management
The trial you download is just for PCs you would need to get the final version. You'll have to buy the software. The owners manual which you can download shows how to set it up for RDP. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Mueller, Mitch Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 11:20 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Ok. Well than does it not work with server 2003. When I go to install the trial version it never really installs on the server. Am I doing something wrong. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Richardson,Tony Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 10:32 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management LanSchool does that and also allows teachers control for teaching a class. For example a teacher using the media center with her class can blank the screens of the thin clients with say a message like eyes on the teacher please. Then she can release the screens when ready. Keeps them from screwing around and not paying attention. It is also very reasonably priced. The media center person can watch the desktops lock the keyboards, snap shot the screens , etc. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Mueller, Mitch Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 9:26 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Ok. Well than maybe I should have stated that we would like to watch the screen of the terminal clients. We used to have syncroeyes but that does not work with thin clients. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Frerichs, Chad Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 8:08 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Mitch, I use Boztek VENM Console 2009. It uses VNC (I use Ultra w/ encryption) It is a download that is really cheap. I bought 1 admin license for $59. It works pretty well, and you can do a bunch of scripting things with it. I do not use it with the thin clients we have. For those I just hop on the thin client server and remote control them. It saves a bunch of trips to the other buildings because I just remote in when possible and fix things and walk people through things. The software is updated often (I think I have had 4 last week) to fix bugs and add features. Then best part is the kids know that I can pop on there computer at any time, so every time the screen flickers they think it is me looking in on them. evil laughlolevil laugh Thanks, Chad Frerichs Director Of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA 51351 -Original Message- From: Mueller, Mitch [mailto:mmuel...@emmetsburg.k12.ia.us] Sent: February 04, 2009 11:22 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Anyone out there know of any programs that allow you to do desktop management with Microsoft RDP or Terminal Services. We are looking for something that works well. Just need to keep a watch on our kids is all. Thanks Mitch Mueller Emmetsburg Community Schools
RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management
Ok. Well that kinda of stinks. My terminal server is located on a windows 2003. Next year it will be done with xp pro though. What if my pc is not the terminal server, will that still work. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Richardson,Tony Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 12:35 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Here's the install manual From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Mueller, Mitch Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 11:20 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Ok. Well than does it not work with server 2003. When I go to install the trial version it never really installs on the server. Am I doing something wrong. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Richardson,Tony Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 10:32 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management LanSchool does that and also allows teachers control for teaching a class. For example a teacher using the media center with her class can blank the screens of the thin clients with say a message like eyes on the teacher please. Then she can release the screens when ready. Keeps them from screwing around and not paying attention. It is also very reasonably priced. The media center person can watch the desktops lock the keyboards, snap shot the screens , etc. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Mueller, Mitch Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 9:26 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Ok. Well than maybe I should have stated that we would like to watch the screen of the terminal clients. We used to have syncroeyes but that does not work with thin clients. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Frerichs, Chad Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 8:08 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Mitch, I use Boztek VENM Console 2009. It uses VNC (I use Ultra w/ encryption) It is a download that is really cheap. I bought 1 admin license for $59. It works pretty well, and you can do a bunch of scripting things with it. I do not use it with the thin clients we have. For those I just hop on the thin client server and remote control them. It saves a bunch of trips to the other buildings because I just remote in when possible and fix things and walk people through things. The software is updated often (I think I have had 4 last week) to fix bugs and add features. Then best part is the kids know that I can pop on there computer at any time, so every time the screen flickers they think it is me looking in on them. evil laughlolevil laugh Thanks, Chad Frerichs Director Of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA 51351 -Original Message- From: Mueller, Mitch [mailto:mmuel...@emmetsburg.k12.ia.us] Sent: February 04, 2009 11:22 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Anyone out there know of any programs that allow you to do desktop management with Microsoft RDP or Terminal Services. We are looking for something that works well. Just need to keep a watch on our kids is all. Thanks Mitch Mueller Emmetsburg Community Schools
RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management
Ok. But it is very easy to do. Correct? Cause if so I'm going to see if we can purchase it. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Richardson,Tony Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 2:09 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Yes, you will be fine. It runs on 2003 server, terminal server or a PC configuration. It is just that the demo version is limited. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Mueller, Mitch Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 1:14 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Ok. Well that kinda of stinks. My terminal server is located on a windows 2003. Next year it will be done with xp pro though. What if my pc is not the terminal server, will that still work. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Richardson,Tony Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 12:35 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Here's the install manual From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Mueller, Mitch Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 11:20 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Ok. Well than does it not work with server 2003. When I go to install the trial version it never really installs on the server. Am I doing something wrong. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Richardson,Tony Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 10:32 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management LanSchool does that and also allows teachers control for teaching a class. For example a teacher using the media center with her class can blank the screens of the thin clients with say a message like eyes on the teacher please. Then she can release the screens when ready. Keeps them from screwing around and not paying attention. It is also very reasonably priced.. The media center person can watch the desktops lock the keyboards, snap shot the screens , etc. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Mueller, Mitch Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 9:26 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Ok. Well than maybe I should have stated that we would like to watch the screen of the terminal clients. We used to have syncroeyes but that does not work with thin clients. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Frerichs, Chad Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 8:08 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Mitch, I use Boztek VENM Console 2009. It uses VNC (I use Ultra w/ encryption) It is a download that is really cheap. I bought 1 admin license for $59. It works pretty well, and you can do a bunch of scripting things with it. I do not use it with the thin clients we have. For those I just hop on the thin client server and remote control them. It saves a bunch of trips to the other buildings because I just remote in when possible and fix things and walk people through things. The software is updated often (I think I have had 4 last week) to fix bugs and add features. Then best part is the kids know that I can pop on there computer at any time, so every time the screen flickers they think it is me looking in on them. evil laughlolevil laugh Thanks, Chad Frerichs Director Of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA 51351 -Original Message- From: Mueller, Mitch [mailto:mmuel...@emmetsburg.k12.ia.us] Sent: February 04, 2009 11:22 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Anyone out there know of any programs that allow you to do desktop management with Microsoft RDP or Terminal Services. We are looking for something that works well. Just need to keep a watch on our kids is all. Thanks Mitch Mueller Emmetsburg Community Schools
RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management
Yes, I feel it is easy however I have a long history with terminal services (about 8 years) so editing any TS files for me is not a big deal. Please look at page 13 of the install manual I sent a little while ago so that you understand how it will setup under terminal services before you buy it. You probably have the same install manual included with the demo software. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Mueller, Mitch Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 2:08 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Ok. But it is very easy to do. Correct? Cause if so I'm going to see if we can purchase it. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Richardson,Tony Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 2:09 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Yes, you will be fine. It runs on 2003 server, terminal server or a PC configuration. It is just that the demo version is limited. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Mueller, Mitch Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 1:14 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Ok. Well that kinda of stinks. My terminal server is located on a windows 2003. Next year it will be done with xp pro though. What if my pc is not the terminal server, will that still work. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Richardson,Tony Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 12:35 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Here's the install manual From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Mueller, Mitch Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 11:20 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Ok. Well than does it not work with server 2003. When I go to install the trial version it never really installs on the server. Am I doing something wrong. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Richardson,Tony Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 10:32 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management LanSchool does that and also allows teachers control for teaching a class. For example a teacher using the media center with her class can blank the screens of the thin clients with say a message like eyes on the teacher please. Then she can release the screens when ready. Keeps them from screwing around and not paying attention. It is also very reasonably priced.. The media center person can watch the desktops lock the keyboards, snap shot the screens , etc. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Mueller, Mitch Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 9:26 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Ok. Well than maybe I should have stated that we would like to watch the screen of the terminal clients. We used to have syncroeyes but that does not work with thin clients. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Frerichs, Chad Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 8:08 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Mitch, I use Boztek VENM Console 2009. It uses VNC (I use Ultra w/ encryption) It is a download that is really cheap. I bought 1 admin license for $59. It works pretty well, and you can do a bunch of scripting things with it. I do not use it with the thin clients we have. For those I just hop on the thin client server and remote control them. It saves a bunch of trips to the other buildings because I just remote in when possible and fix things and walk people through things. The software is updated often (I think I have had 4 last week) to fix bugs and add features. Then best part is the kids know that I can pop on there computer at any time, so every time the screen flickers they think it is me looking in on them. evil laughlolevil laugh Thanks, Chad Frerichs Director Of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA 51351 -Original Message- From: Mueller, Mitch [mailto:mmuel...@emmetsburg.k12.ia.us] Sent: February 04, 2009 11:22 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Anyone out there know of any programs that allow you to do desktop management with Microsoft RDP or Terminal Services. We are looking for something that works well. Just need to keep a watch on our kids is all. Thanks Mitch Mueller Emmetsburg Community Schools
RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management
Yeah. I have been working with them now for 4 years so I kind of understand a little bit about that part. Well I will just have to see what they say to it. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Richardson,Tony Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 2:27 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Yes, I feel it is easy however I have a long history with terminal services (about 8 years) so editing any TS files for me is not a big deal. Please look at page 13 of the install manual I sent a little while ago so that you understand how it will setup under terminal services before you buy it. You probably have the same install manual included with the demo software. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Mueller, Mitch Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 2:08 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Ok. But it is very easy to do. Correct? Cause if so I'm going to see if we can purchase it. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Richardson,Tony Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 2:09 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Yes, you will be fine. It runs on 2003 server, terminal server or a PC configuration. It is just that the demo version is limited. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Mueller, Mitch Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 1:14 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Ok. Well that kinda of stinks. My terminal server is located on a windows 2003. Next year it will be done with xp pro though. What if my pc is not the terminal server, will that still work. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Richardson,Tony Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 12:35 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Here's the install manual From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Mueller, Mitch Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 11:20 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Ok. Well than does it not work with server 2003. When I go to install the trial version it never really installs on the server. Am I doing something wrong. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Richardson,Tony Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 10:32 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management LanSchool does that and also allows teachers control for teaching a class. For example a teacher using the media center with her class can blank the screens of the thin clients with say a message like eyes on the teacher please. Then she can release the screens when ready. Keeps them from screwing around and not paying attention. It is also very reasonably priced.. The media center person can watch the desktops lock the keyboards, snap shot the screens , etc. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Mueller, Mitch Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 9:26 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Ok. Well than maybe I should have stated that we would like to watch the screen of the terminal clients. We used to have syncroeyes but that does not work with thin clients. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Frerichs, Chad Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 8:08 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Terminal Services Desktop Management Mitch, I use Boztek VENM Console 2009. It uses VNC (I use Ultra w/ encryption) It is a download that is really cheap. I bought 1 admin license for $59. It works pretty well, and you can do a bunch of scripting things with it. I do not use it with the thin clients we have. For those I just hop on the thin client server and remote control them. It saves a bunch of trips to the other buildings because I just remote in when possible and fix things and walk people through things. The software is updated often (I think I have had 4 last week) to fix bugs and add features. Then best part is the kids know that I can pop on there computer at any time, so every time the screen flickers they think it is me looking in on them. evil laughlolevil laugh Thanks, Chad Frerichs Director Of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA 51351 -Original Message- From: Mueller, Mitch [mailto:mmuel...@emmetsburg.k12.ia.us] Sent: February 04, 2009 11:22 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Terminal
[info-tech] MS Select Licenses
I just heard back from the claims people for the Microsoft Settlement. The reason I received a letter saying Microsoft could not find any Volume License records is because all of our volume licenses were purchased through someone else under the Select Agreement(i.e. Software Plus), therefore, all of our Volume Licenses will be on a second report yet to come. He had no ETA on that report. I hope this information might help someone else, as I was on hold for about 1 hour. Again, they raise my hopes. However, I am bracing for yet more disappointment. Chad Frerichs Director Of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA 51351
RE: [info-tech] MS Select Licenses
So does this mean we need to try to find invoices from SW Plus and sent those in or not? I submitted the report from SW Plus with my claim the first time. - Tim Buenz Director of Technology Jefferson-Scranton Comm. Schools 204 W. Madison Street Jefferson, IA 50129 (515)386-9256 Fax (515)386-3591 http://www.jscsd.org Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future -John F. Kennedy From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Frerichs, Chad Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 3:04 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] MS Select Licenses I just heard back from the claims people for the Microsoft Settlement. The reason I received a letter saying Microsoft could not find any Volume License records is because all of our volume licenses were purchased through someone else under the Select Agreement(i.e. Software Plus), therefore, all of our Volume Licenses will be on a second report yet to come. He had no ETA on that report. I hope this information might help someone else, as I was on hold for about 1 hour. Again, they raise my hopes. However, I am bracing for yet more disappointment. Chad Frerichs Director Of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA 51351
Re: [info-tech] MS Select Licenses
Actually, I just talked to someone about the same thing. We bought many of our licenses during that time period from SoftwarePlus (now known as Softchoice). I was not impressed by the person talking to me. She seemed to be more confused about the whole thing more than me. Manson Northwest Webster-Home of the Cougars! Brad Kruse (`-''-/).___..--''`-._ Tech. Coord. `6_ 6 ) `-. ( ).`-.__.`) 1601 15th St.(_Y_.)' ._ ) `._ `. ``-..-' Manson, IA 50563_..`--'_..-_/ /--'_.' ,' 712-469-3919 (li),' ((!.-' Fax 712-469-3131 Frerichs, Chad cfreri...@okoboji.k12.ia.us 2/5/2009 3:04 PM I just heard back from the claims people for the Microsoft Settlement. The reason I received a letter saying Microsoft could not find any Volume License records is because all of our volume licenses were purchased through someone else under the Select Agreement(i.e. Software Plus), therefore, all of our Volume Licenses will be on a second report yet to come. He had no ETAon that report. I hope this information might help someone else, as I was on hold for about 1 hour. Again, they raise my hopes. However, I am bracing for yet more disappointment. ChadFrerichs Director Of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA51351
RE: [info-tech] MS Select Licenses
I called them today and Softchoice told me he was going to look into it and see if he could find more proof to satisfy MS. Evidently, the info. that we sent originally for SW Plus did not satisfy the claim people. Softchoice sounded like they have been getting calls today. Manson Northwest Webster-Home of the Cougars! Brad Kruse (`-''-/).___..--''`-._ Tech. Coord. `6_ 6 ) `-. ( ).`-.__.`) 1601 15th St.(_Y_.)' ._ ) `._ `. ``-..-' Manson, IA 50563_..`--'_..-_/ /--'_.' ,' 712-469-3919 (li),' ((!.-' Fax 712-469-3131 Buenz, Tim tbu...@jefferson-scranton.k12.ia.us 2/5/2009 3:15 PM So does this mean we need to try to find invoices from SW Plus and sent those in or not? I submitted the report from SW Plus with my claim the first time. - Tim Buenz Director of Technology Jefferson-Scranton Comm. Schools 204 W. Madison Street Jefferson, IA 50129 (515)386-9256 Fax (515)386-3591 http://www.jscsd.org Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future -John F. Kennedy From:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Frerichs, Chad Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 3:04 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] MS Select Licenses I just heard back from the claims people for the Microsoft Settlement. The reason I received a letter saying Microsoft could not find any Volume License records is because all of our volume licenses were purchased through someone else under the Select Agreement(i.e. Software Plus), therefore, all of our Volume Licenses will be on a second report yet to come. He had no ETA on that report. I hope this information might help someone else, as I was on hold for about 1 hour. Again, they raise my hopes. However, I am bracing for yet more disappointment. ChadFrerichs Director Of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA 51351
RE: [info-tech] MS Select Licenses
No confusion from my guy. He said that the proof I submitted the first time around should be enough. They are just doing the VLs purchased straight from MS first. They have rounds of claims lettered. A,B,C... The Select Licenses are in round C which hasn't happened yet according to the guy I talked with. Apparently Licenses purchased under the Select Program were not supposed to be listed under the Volume License section even though they are Volume Licenses. We were supposed to list them under the individual license section. Did it say that somewhere I missed? I am so confused. Lawyers... Chad Frerichs Director Of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA 51351 -Original Message- From: Brad Kruse [mailto:kru...@manson-nw.k12.ia.us] Sent: February 05, 2009 3:13 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] MS Select Licenses Actually, I just talked to someone about the same thing. We bought many of our licenses during that time period from SoftwarePlus (now known as Softchoice). I was not impressed by the person talking to me. She seemed to be more confused about the whole thing more than me. Manson Northwest Webster-Home of the Cougars! Brad Kruse (`-''-/).___..--''`-._ Tech. Coord. `6_ 6 ) `-. ( ).`-.__.`) 1601 15th St.(_Y_.)' ._ ) `._ `. ``-..-' Manson, IA 50563_..`--'_..-_/ /--'_.' ,' 712-469-3919 (li),' ((!.-' Fax 712-469-3131 Frerichs, Chad cfreri...@okoboji.k12.ia.us 2/5/2009 3:04 PM I just heard back from the claims people for the Microsoft Settlement. The reason I received a letter saying Microsoft could not find any Volume License records is because all of our volume licenses were purchased through someone else under the Select Agreement(i.e. Software Plus), therefore, all of our Volume Licenses will be on a second report yet to come. He had no ETA on that report. I hope this information might help someone else, as I was on hold for about 1 hour. Again, they raise my hopes. However, I am bracing for yet more disappointment. Chad Frerichs Director Of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA 51351
RE: [info-tech] MS Select Licenses
So do we need to send anything else to them? We all received a letter to send more proof and only have 30 days to do so. If we wait and the person you talked to is wrong Manson Northwest Webster-Home of the Cougars! Brad Kruse (`-''-/).___..--''`-._ Tech. Coord. `6_ 6 ) `-. ( ).`-.__.`) 1601 15th St.(_Y_.)' ._ ) `._ `. ``-..-' Manson, IA 50563_..`--'_..-_/ /--'_.' ,' 712-469-3919 (li),' ((!.-' Fax 712-469-3131 Frerichs, Chad cfreri...@okoboji.k12.ia.us 2/5/2009 3:23 PM No confusion from my guy. He said that the proof I submitted the first time around should be enough. They are just doing the VLs purchased straight from MS first. They have rounds of claims lettered. A,B,C* The Select Licenses are in round C which hasnt happened yet according to the guy I talked with. Apparently Licenses purchased under the Select Program were not supposed to be listed under the Volume License section even though they are Volume Licenses. We were supposed to list them under the individual license section. Did it say that somewhere I missed? I am so confused. Lawyers* Chad Frerichs Director Of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA 51351 -Original Message- From: Brad Kruse [mailto:kru...@manson-nw.k12.ia.us] Sent: February 05, 2009 3:13 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] MS Select Licenses Actually, I just talked to someone about the same thing. We bought many of our licenses during that time period from SoftwarePlus (now known as Softchoice). I was not impressed by the person talking to me. She seemed to be more confused about the whole thing more than me. Manson Northwest Webster-Home of the Cougars! Brad Kruse (`-''-/).___..--''`-._ Tech. Coord. `6_ 6 ) `-. ( ).`-.__.`) 1601 15th St.(_Y_.)' ._ ) `._ `. ``-..-' Manson, IA 50563_..`--'_..-_/ /--'_.' ,' 712-469-3919 (li),' ((!.-' Fax 712-469-3131 Frerichs, Chad cfreri...@okoboji.k12.ia.us 2/5/2009 3:04 PM I just heard back from the claims people for the Microsoft Settlement. The reason I received a letter saying Microsoft could not find any Volume License records is because all of our volume licenses were purchased through someone else under the Select Agreement(i.e. Software Plus), therefore, all of our Volume Licenses will be on a second report yet to come. He had no ETA on that report. I hope this information might help someone else, as I was on hold for about 1 hour. Again, they raise my hopes. However, I am bracing for yet more disappointment. Chad Frerichs Director Of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA 51351
RE: [info-tech] MS Select Licenses
I had the same thoughts. He assured me this was the case. However, I guess maybe we should all call, put the various stories we get together, and then maybe we can figure out the real deal. I am as confused as everyone else, and I can only go by what they guy on the phone told me. If he is wrong, I am screwed I guess, but I will not go down quietly. Chad Frerichs Director Of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA 51351 -Original Message- From: Brad Kruse [mailto:kru...@manson-nw.k12.ia.us] Sent: February 05, 2009 3:29 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] MS Select Licenses So do we need to send anything else to them? We all received a letter to send more proof and only have 30 days to do so. If we wait and the person you talked to is wrong Manson Northwest Webster-Home of the Cougars! Brad Kruse (`-''-/).___..--''`-._ Tech. Coord. `6_ 6 ) `-. ( ).`-.__.`) 1601 15th St.(_Y_.)' ._ ) `._ `. ``-..-' Manson, IA 50563_..`--'_..-_/ /--'_.' ,' 712-469-3919 (li),' ((!.-' Fax 712-469-3131 Frerichs, Chad cfreri...@okoboji.k12.ia.us 2/5/2009 3:23 PM No confusion from my guy. He said that the proof I submitted the first time around should be enough. They are just doing the VLs purchased straight from MS first. They have rounds of claims lettered. A,B,C. The Select Licenses are in round C which hasn't happened yet according to the guy I talked with. Apparently Licenses purchased under the Select Program were not supposed to be listed under the Volume License section even though they are Volume Licenses. We were supposed to list them under the individual license section. Did it say that somewhere I missed? I am so confused. Lawyers. Chad Frerichs Director Of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA 51351 -Original Message- From: Brad Kruse [mailto:kru...@manson-nw.k12.ia.us] Sent: February 05, 2009 3:13 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] MS Select Licenses Actually, I just talked to someone about the same thing. We bought many of our licenses during that time period from SoftwarePlus (now known as Softchoice). I was not impressed by the person talking to me. She seemed to be more confused about the whole thing more than me. Manson Northwest Webster-Home of the Cougars! Brad Kruse (`-''-/).___..--''`-._ Tech. Coord. `6_ 6 ) `-. ( ).`-.__.`) 1601 15th St.(_Y_.)' ._ ) `._ `. ``-..-' Manson, IA 50563_..`--'_..-_/ /--'_.' ,' 712-469-3919 (li),' ((!.-' Fax 712-469-3131 Frerichs, Chad cfreri...@okoboji.k12.ia.us 2/5/2009 3:04 PM I just heard back from the claims people for the Microsoft Settlement. The reason I received a letter saying Microsoft could not find any Volume License records is because all of our volume licenses were purchased through someone else under the Select Agreement(i.e. Software Plus), therefore, all of our Volume Licenses will be on a second report yet to come. He had no ETA on that report. I hope this information might help someone else, as I was on hold for about 1 hour. Again, they raise my hopes. However, I am bracing for yet more disappointment. Chad Frerichs Director Of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA 51351
