[info-tech] 1 to 1 pc
Techs: Anyone looking for 1 to 1 machines? Below is a URL to a machine similar to what I sell to seed corn dealers to scan their products. The only difference is this machine has a regular hard drive and the one that I use has a solid state hard drive so they can use it in their cold warehouses and is more durable when dropped. The battery life on these units has been 8+ hours even when attaching a hand scanner to the usb port. They have been incredibly durable machines. When I received this advertisement, I thought maybe someone was looking for 1 to 1 machines at an awesome price. The URL ishttp://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/searchtools/item-Details.asp?EdpNo=5290650sku=A50-10108SRCCODE=CANEM1774cm_mmtc=EML-_-CanadaMain-_-CANEM1774-_-email George PS: I paid more than this and I had to pay shipping! I'm no fan of any particular supplier but just like great prices.
[info-tech]
Techs: Would you forward this to your physics teachers. Watch the 2-minute video that shows a drop of water falling into a puddle at 2000 frames a second. You will see something totally unexpected. The physicist in me compelled me to pass this on to other physicists. The thought went through my mind that possibly the AEA could purchase a high speed camera and loan it out to schools. There are so many fascinating ways to use one in many different fields. http://www.flixxy.com/water-drop.htm George Tuttle, 35 year physics teacher and life-long learner
RE: [info-tech] messenging tools
Brad Use Magicjack. Works great for all long distance. Myself and most of my relatives use it. $20 for whole year Will recover costs in other long distance. I have one I can loan you if you want to try it. George Date: Fri, 11 Dec 2009 12:49:21 -0600 From: bkr...@manson-nw.k12.ia.us To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] messenging tools We want to start using communication software (voice/video) some between offices and staff. One of the reasons is that we have to pay long distance charges between buildings. No VOIP yet. We have been testing Skype and Windows Live with our faculty and staff but I thought I would ask for the group's preferences and opinions. I want to allow traffic for one client only. Thanks. Manson Northwest Webster-Home of the Cougars! Brad Kruse (`-''-/).___..--''`-._ Tech. Coord. `6_ 6 ) `-. ( ).`-.__.`) 1601 15th St.(_Y_.)' ._ ) `._ `. ``-..-' Manson, IA 50563_..`--'_..-_/ /--'_.' ,' 712-469-2245 (li),' ((!.-' Cell: 712-830-9665 Fax 712-469-3131
[info-tech] 1:1
Techs, I've been blissfully retired for 2.5 years and have missed most of the conversation and debate associated with 1:1. When called back about a month ago, our district was already committed to 1:1. During the past month, I have reviewed some of the information associated with this commitment. As a classroom teacher, I would have loved to use the immediate feed-back and evaluation that is possible with 1:1. There are many other positives. But I see one possible negative. From the comments that I have heard during the last couple of days, it sounds like most let the kids take the units home. How about the kids with no internet access at home? At first blush, it looks like this creates an even larger uneven playing field for the disadvantaged. Is this a problem and if so, how has it been addressed by those already involved with 1:1? I'm concerned about this and definitely need some help with this one. George PS: I have to respond to emails at night at home because I haven't taken the time to create a school email address (don't plan to stick around that much longer) and we block hotmail at school!! What a world we live in!! PSS: Several schools have called and asked if they could attend the meeting tomorrow at 10 AM (PM for Lance) Anyone's welcome!! I really need help in getting up to speed on this 1:1. I really appreciate Scott and Jason taking the time and will share their expertise with everyone.
RE: [info-tech] 1:1 Question
Dan, Pocahontas Area is doing a 1:1 with H-P Netbooks. We are in the middle planning stages. I just recently stepped into the tech position after being retired for two and a half years. I am a bit more cautious in a 1:1 deployment than my predecessor, having been on the bleeding edge many times over the years. The Netbooks have been purchased and are on hand and the original issue date was Oct 8. However, a combination of events has pushed that back to a date to be determined. On Wednesday morning, our administration and myself will be meeting with Scott, Jason, and several other people to establish a timeline for deployment, computer image development, Dyknow training, and more importantly, a re-evaluation of our network system. Google apps is slated to become the backbone of our 1:1 system. Dyknow will allow classroom level application and control in the school environment. We plan to have local network storage of some type for the students but many of the student files will be stored in Google Apps. Google also has a piece called Gears that allows a student to use Google Docs offline. We are considering dropping our Exchange Server (a little tiny tear, and I mean tiny) and having the AEA host our faculty and for the first time, student email. The ultimate goal is to simplify our network operations as much as possible. For the really high end tech stuff, we employ Heartland Technology Services out of Ames on an hourly basis. We are in the process of hiring a new tech coordinator and I have said that it should be someone from with an education background, someone that will do the training and provide the moral support to make 1:1 a success. So making their life easier by simplifying our network is a necessary part of that plan. We are meeting at 10 PM on Wed in our Central Office east of the elementary building. Since you are apparently considering 1:1, you're more than welcome to join us and gain the insight you mentioned first hand. Just let me know if you plan to attend. George From: dda...@spirit-lake.k12.ia.us To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 18:16:37 -0500 Subject: [info-tech] 1:1 Question I am asking other school districts who have deployed an effective 1:1 computing environment, are you running Windows devices, Macintosh devices, a mixture of both ??? How many devices are deployed? We are looking into this type of deployment and would like some insight from other districts. Thank you in advance. Dan Davis Spirit Lake Comm School Network Administrator dda...@spirit-lake.k12.ia.us --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
RE: [info-tech] 1:1 Question
Thanks Lance. The meeting is at 10 am, Wednesday morning, pre-play-off From: georgectut...@hotmail.com To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] 1:1 Question Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:51:46 -0500 Dan, Pocahontas Area is doing a 1:1 with H-P Netbooks. We are in the middle planning stages. I just recently stepped into the tech position after being retired for two and a half years. I am a bit more cautious in a 1:1 deployment than my predecessor, having been on the bleeding edge many times over the years. The Netbooks have been purchased and are on hand and the original issue date was Oct 8. However, a combination of events has pushed that back to a date to be determined. On Wednesday morning, our administration and myself will be meeting with Scott, Jason, and several other people to establish a timeline for deployment, computer image development, Dyknow training, and more importantly, a re-evaluation of our network system. Google apps is slated to become the backbone of our 1:1 system. Dyknow will allow classroom level application and control in the school environment. We plan to have local network storage of some type for the students but many of the student files will be stored in Google Apps. Google also has a piece called Gears that allows a student to use Google Docs offline. We are considering dropping our Exchange Server (a little tiny tear, and I mean tiny) and having the AEA host our faculty and for the first time, student email. The ultimate goal is to simplify our network operations as much as possible. For the really high end tech stuff, we employ Heartland Technology Services out of Ames on an hourly basis. We are in the process of hiring a new tech coordinator and I have said that it should be someone from with an education background, someone that will do the training and provide the moral support to make 1:1 a success. So making their life easier by simplifying our network is a necessary part of that plan. We are meeting at 10 PM on Wed in our Central Office east of the elementary building. Since you are apparently considering 1:1, you're more than welcome to join us and gain the insight you mentioned first hand. Just let me know if you plan to attend. George From: dda...@spirit-lake.k12.ia.us To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 18:16:37 -0500 Subject: [info-tech] 1:1 Question I am asking other school districts who have deployed an effective 1:1 computing environment, are you running Windows devices, Macintosh devices, a mixture of both ??? How many devices are deployed? We are looking into this type of deployment and would like some insight from other districts. Thank you in advance. Dan Davis Spirit Lake Comm School Network Administrator dda...@spirit-lake.k12.ia.us --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
[info-tech] steadystate
Techs: Has anyone used Microsoft Steadystate to lock down computers? Works with XP. It's free so I'm wondering if that's still to high of a price! George
[info-tech] called up to the MAJORS
Techs, Some of you may remember me. I was the tech at Pocahontas Area from the time of dirt up 2 1/2 years ago when I retired. I just got called back to the majors and am in need of some help! I would first of all like some new info on how to image groups of PC's (Sorry, Lance, nothing's changed at POKY!!!) I see we have a duplicator but I'm wondering about the latest and greatest for creating the image. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I'm using my retirement email address and will continue to do so. I'm trying to work myself out of a job ASAP. We are doing a 1 to 1 in our high school and will be implementing HP's DYKnow. Also, the footings for a new high school are in place. Not sure whether I'm coming or going. I will be asking for lots of advice, even from Lance!! George PS: We are also looking for a back-up ups system which we could purchase now and move into our new building. Anyone done any ups work lately???
RE: [info-tech]
Mitch On the old desktop models, you could reprogram the keys and they would stay that way until you hit a certain key sequence that would stay in effect until you would unprogram them Try this sequence: Many Gateway 2000 systems were shipped with Anykey keyboards. These are identified by the presence of extra cursor keys pointing in diagonal directions and also extra keys such as PROGRAM MACRO, SUSPEND MACRO, REMAP, and REPEAT RATE. These keyboards are programmable - any of the keys can be reprogrammed as macros or can be remapped to other keys. Most people do not use these features, but it is VERY common to find that any number of keys have been accidentally remapped. To clear all macros and remappings: Press CTL-ALT-SUSPEND MACRO. The Program light on the keyboard will blink a few times for a few seconds and all macros and remappings are then cleared. If the Program light does not blink when pressing CTL-ALT-SUSPEND MACRO, the CTL or ALT keys may be remapped. To reset them: 1. Press REMAP once 2. Press CTL twice 3. Press ALT twice 4. Press REMAP once 5. Press CTL-ALT-SUSPEND MACRO to clear all macros. Not sure if these keys are even on your keyboard. If they are, give it a try George From: mmuel...@emmetsburg.k12.ia.us To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Date: Thu, 20 Aug 2009 08:35:18 -0500 I need some help. I got a Gateway Laptop here and somehow our keyboard was messed up. It is like our keys are all different. When I press the S key it brings up the Shutdown Menu. I can't get into BIOS or even do a system restore because my F2 and F11 keys are not working either. If you have any ideas what might have caused this or a solution to it please let me know. Thanks Mitch Mueller Emmetsburg CSD --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
[info-tech] Joomla, etc.
Techs, If you haven't looked at Google's setup for schools, I think you're missing a good option. Anyone using Google's school version? It has about every option imaginable. Their school option keeps changing and I haven't looked at it lately, but they have some really good tools available as well. There are also a number of books available for setting up a Google site. George PS Here is a good book with a Kindle edition if you need it. Google Apps: The Missing Manual by Nancy Conner (Paperback - Jun 3, 2008) Buy new: $39.99 $26.39 49 Used new from $19.24 Get it by Thursday, May 7 if you order in the next 20 hours and choose one-day shipping. Eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping. (7) Other Editions: Kindle Edition Excerpt - page 3: ... CHAPTER 1 Getting Started with Google Apps A Google Account is your passport to the Google ...Surprise me! See a random page in this book.
RE: [info-tech] solid state drives
Tony, The prices and the best place to purchase changes on a minute by minute basis. Whenever I need drives, I do a google search with 32 gig solid state drives or whatever size I need. A number of websites listed will give you a great cross section and will list the best prices. You need to be careful about what company that you use. Most of the companies are rated. I have about a dozen different companies that I use on a regular basis. Hope this helps. George Subject: RE: [info-tech] solid state drives Date: Thu, 30 Apr 2009 04:37:59 -0500 From: trichard...@humboldt.k12.ia.us To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us George, Where is the best place to purchase these? 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 George Tuttle Sent: Wed 4/29/2009 9:17 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] solid state drives Techs: I've noticed that many schools are putting in mobile labs and doing one-to-one with students. For over a year now, I've been using solid state drives with a commercial application that I sell to businesses. They have worked flawlessly in hot and cold and being dropped while running with no damage. They are mostly used in warehouses. I've used 16 Gig, 32 Giq, and 64 Gig. I recently bought and installed 64 Gig solid state drives that I purchased for $109. They are working flawlessly. The larger drives install as a replacement for the internal laptop drive. Now, several companies are offering the larger solid state drives as standard equipment. The solid state drives have been the answer to my prayers. Per Gig, they are more expensive, but I think that 64 Gig would serve most applications. 128 and 256 Gig are available but quite expensive and require more battery power. If anyone has any questions about SS drives, send me an email. George Tuttle retired Pocahontas Area tech coordinator
[info-tech] solid state drives
Techs: I've noticed that many schools are putting in mobile labs and doing one-to-one with students. For over a year now, I've been using solid state drives with a commercial application that I sell to businesses. They have worked flawlessly in hot and cold and being dropped while running with no damage. They are mostly used in warehouses. I've used 16 Gig, 32 Giq, and 64 Gig. I recently bought and installed 64 Gig solid state drives that I purchased for $109. They are working flawlessly. The larger drives install as a replacement for the internal laptop drive. Now, several companies are offering the larger solid state drives as standard equipment. The solid state drives have been the answer to my prayers. Per Gig, they are more expensive, but I think that 64 Gig would serve most applications. 128 and 256 Gig are available but quite expensive and require more battery power. If anyone has any questions about SS drives, send me an email. George Tuttle retired Pocahontas Area tech coordinator
RE: [info-tech] Asus Demo
With a solid state drive or hard drive? Subject: [info-tech] Asus Demo Date: Wed, 22 Apr 2009 15:07:52 -0500 From: cfreri...@okoboji.k12.ia.us To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Does anyone know where I can get an Asus eee demo unit? Chad Frerichs Director Of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA 51351
RE: [info-tech] Asus Demo
Sorry, only have ss drives. You can buy a 12 gig ASUS 901 for $250 and if you want, buy a 64 gig ss drive for $149. ASUS has the longest battery life for netbooks that I've found, about 6.5 hours , using the standard 6 cell battery. I use ASUS systems with seed corn dealers to scan and keep track of their inventory. ss drives are no problem in a warehouse situation with the cold temperatures and occasional drops. I tried a half dozen other systems and settled on the ASUS 901. They come with Windows XP home which is not a problem for my application but could be for networking. I'm now trying an ASUS with a 10 screen and a standard sized keyboard. The 901 has a I think a 8.9 screen and a smaller kbd. George Subject: Re: [info-tech] Asus Demo Date: Thu, 23 Apr 2009 16:49:57 -0500 From: cfreri...@okoboji.k12.ia.us To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Probably a hard drive. -- Sent using BlackBerry -Original Message- From: George Tuttle georgectut...@hotmail.com To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Sent: Thu Apr 23 16:47:21 2009 Subject: RE: [info-tech] Asus Demo With a solid state drive or hard drive? Subject: [info-tech] Asus Demo Date: Wed, 22 Apr 2009 15:07:52 -0500 From: cfreri...@okoboji.k12.ia.us To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Does anyone know where I can get an Asus eee demo unit? Chad Frerichs Director Of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA 51351
RE: [info-tech] Technology Conference
Hey, I love the name George To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us From: llen...@eagle-grove.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Technology Conference Date: Wed, 1 Apr 2009 08:57:56 -0500 I was told that the Acronym for the summer tech conference was TICKLE, I though really? then I got the flyer and it is t.i2.c21.l I will not name the one who first told me, but it is a great acronym. Even George would like this one (It's not R2D2) Have a great week and a better weekend and watch out for those April Fools -- We must, however, acknowledge, as it seems to me, that man with all his noble qualities...still bears in his bodily frame the indelible stamp of his lowly origin. ~ Charles Darwin -- Lance L. Lennon District Technology Director Eagle Grove Community School District 515-448-4749
[info-tech] conficker worm mutation on April 1
Techs: I have a relative on the west coast who gives me a heads up on whats moving and shaking in the big tech world. Since I'm no longer involved in a school environment, I read through and basically ignore his emails. However, I received one from him that mentioned the next mutation of the conficker worm on April 1st which has the big company techs worried. If you're interested, do a Google search using conficker worm George
[info-tech] FW: Humpday Special: ICC 6ft Aluminum 19inch Distribution Rack $100!!!
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RE: [info-tech] Keyboarding Programs
Techs: I see that the MAC-PC saga continues. Haven't seen most of you for some time. I am enjoying retirement and do some occasional school support work and also some programming on the side. At the end of the month we're going south by South Padre Island for a couple of weeks. I've got a different request. Some of you have replaced your access points with the new managed high volume wireless systems. If anybody has any Linksys WAP 54g access points they would like to get rid of, let me know how many and what price. George Tuttle PS: If you want to try something simple for remote access and storage, I've been using a MAXTOR Central Axis server for a couple of months. Its cheap and easy to give network access or internet access. It's a lot easier to manage than Sharepoint or some of the other services. Great for all kinds of back ups too. It comes with a well designed software package. I think most of your staff with a little training could set up class sharing, etc. And for both Jon and Lance, it works with PC's and MAC's. One terabyte of storage which can be expanded by attaching another terabyte drive. The central server is $218 and you can buy another terabyte for around $120. 5 year warranty. Worth taking a look at for those unusual applications where you don't want to put stuff on your central servers. Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2009 11:13:02 -0600Subject: re: [info-tech] Keyboarding ProgramsFrom: kstoe...@sioux-central.k12.ia.usto: info-t...@aea8.k12.ia.uscc: We use MicroType for our middle school, and yes they have a MAC version!Keith StoeberSioux Central CSD4440 US Highway 71Sioux Rapids, IA 50585(P) 712-283-2571 x 5900(F) 712-283-2285Let us think of education as the means of developing our greatest abilities, because in each of us there is a private hope and dream which, fulfilled, can be translated into benefit for everyone and greater strength for our nation. - John F. Kennedy From: Lance Lennon llen...@eagle-grove.k12.ia.usSent: Monday, January 12, 2009 8:46 AMTo: info-t...@aea8.k12.ia.ussubject: [info-tech] Keyboarding ProgramsMy middle school is looking for a good keyboarding program and i was wondering what people use out there. Any suggestions? Thanks PS SNOW DAY -- Chaos Theory is a new theory invented by scientists panicked by the thought that the public were beginning to understand the old ones. ~Mike Barfield -- Lance L. Lennon District Technology Director Eagle Grove Community School District 515-448-4749
[info-tech] sharepoint services
Anyone running Sharepoint services 3.0?? George
RE: [info-tech] Learning.com Meeting on Dec 20th
Scott: I plan to attend in person on the 20th, provided I can force myself out of the sack. George Subject: RE: [info-tech] Learning.com Meeting on Dec 20thDate: Sat, 15 Dec 2007 11:03:43 -0600From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us I will attend on line. John Kidney Director of Technology Webster City Schools 825 Beach Street Webster City, IA 50595 515-832-9210 515-832-9219 voice mail 515-832-9215 fax [EMAIL PROTECTED] From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] on behalf of Scott FosseenSent: Fri 12/14/2007 10:09 AMTo: Info-TechSubject: [info-tech] Learning.com Meeting on Dec 20th Hello,As of today we only have 10 people signed up for our December 20th. meetingwith Learning.com. We would like to get an accurate count of who isattending the meeting either in person, or via other means. If you havealready signed up please disregard this email message.Please reply to this email if you will OR will not be attending.Thanks._This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intendedsolely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed.If you are not the named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute orcopy this e-mail. Your are asked to notify the sender immediately by e-mailif you have received this e-mail by mistake and delete this e-mail from yoursystem. Please note that any views or opinions presented in this email aresolely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of PrairieLakes Area Education Agency. Prairie Lakes Area Education Agency accepts noliability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this email. -_Scott Fosseen - Systems Engineer - Prairie Lakes AEA -http://www.aea8.k12.ia.us/tech_By the year 2000, people will work no more than four days a week andless than eight hours a day. With legal holidays and long vacations,this could result in an annual working period of 147 days [worked]and 218 days off. - Prediction in the New York Times, October 19, 19677_---[This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us]-Archived messages from this list can be found at:http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/-
RE: [info-tech] Julius Koth
Lance Do you want more? I can forward the ones I received! George From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Lennon Sent: Monday, June 04, 2007 8:26 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Julius Koth Has anyone else gotten 500+ e-mails from Julius Koth's out of office auto reply? -- USA Today has come out with a new survey: Apparently three out of four people make up 75 percent of the population. ~David Letterman -- Lance L. Lennon District Technology Director Eagle Grove Community School District 515-448-5143
[info-tech] lightspeed licenses
Techs: We are ready to renew our Lightspeed licenses. Has anyone renewed lately? We would like to renew for more than one year. We would appreciated any info that anyone has including price and vendor. Thanks, George
RE: [info-tech] Microsoft Surface
Scott: I don't see anything when I go to your URL. George -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Scott Fosseen Sent: Wednesday, May 30, 2007 1:11 PM To: Info-Tech Subject: [info-tech] Microsoft Surface Looks like I forgot the URL http://www.microsoft.com/surface/ _ This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you are not the named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail. Your are asked to notify the sender immediately by e-mail if you have received this e-mail by mistake and delete this e-mail from your system. Please note that any views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of Prairie Lakes Area Education Agency. Prairie Lakes Area Education Agency accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this email. - _ Scott Fosseen - Systems Engineer - Prairie Lakes AEA - http://www.aea8.k12.ia.us/tech _ By the year 2000, people will work no more than four days a week and less than eight hours a day. With legal holidays and long vacations, this could result in an annual working period of 147 days [worked] and 218 days off. - Prediction in the New York Times, October 19, 1967 7 _ --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
RE: [info-tech] Meeting Tomorow @ Pocahontas
Scott: If there's any time left in the 10 to 11:30 section, if anyone is interested, I can take about a half hour and go through my experience of working with computers which started in 1965 with a COBOL class. Much of it has to do with the AEA and its role in starting use of computers in our class rooms. George -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Scott Fosseen Sent: Wednesday, May 16, 2007 4:40 PM To: Info-Tech Subject: [info-tech] Meeting Tomorow @ Pocahontas Just a reminder that our Info-Tech meeting will be Thursday May 17th at the Prairie Lakes Pocahontas office. Our agenda will be a little more flexible than usual, but here is what I have so far 9-10am - Open Discussion Time. 10-11:30 - Trouble Ticket Discussion. I will talk about the benefits for all schools to use some sort of trouble ticket system. We will also review ticket systems districts are currently using. District presentations encouraged. 11:30 - Lunch - Open discussion on district summer plans. Lets talk about what projects you will be working on this summer. 1-2 - Prairie Lakes updates on Longhorn Roadshow and Interop. We can also use this time to discuss Web CMS systems. 2-3 - SquidNT - Web reporting, content filtering. Jason will talk about how he has implemented SquidNT at districts to track user web history and how to implement free content filtering for districts. Jason will also cover how to install and configure on your network. I do plan on having this available via Polycom and Video stream as well To access dial or go to the url 207.28.96.160 _ This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you are not the named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail. Your are asked to notify the sender immediately by e-mail if you have received this e-mail by mistake and delete this e-mail from your system. Please note that any views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of Prairie Lakes Area Education Agency. Prairie Lakes Area Education Agency accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this email. - _ Scott Fosseen - Systems Engineer - Prairie Lakes AEA - http://www.aea8.k12.ia.us/tech _ But what ... is it good for? - Engineer at the Advanced Computing Systems Division of IBM,1968,commenting on the microchip. _ --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
RE: [info-tech] Call for Agenda Items
How about the best fishing spots in NW Iowa and maybe even South Dakota? Or maybe a discussion on how to live on IPERS and Social Security. Just kidding!! George -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Scott Fosseen Sent: Monday, May 07, 2007 11:02 AM To: Info-Tech Subject: [info-tech] Call for Agenda Items Our next Info-Tech meeting will be in our Pocahontas Office May 17th Currently I have no agenda items, and am looking for input. Please email your ideas for the May meeting to the list. Thanks. _ Scott Fosseen - Systems Engineer - Prairie Lakes AEA http://www.aea8.k12.ia.us/tech _ This is to inform you that a memo will be issued today regarding the subject mentioned above. - memo sent by Microsoft Legal Affairs Division _ --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
RE: [info-tech] HP Color LaserJet 3500
You've got one right there in town. We use Dan @515-295-3327. He has fixed a number of our printers. Also, Rick's computers is a service repair center for HP George From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Sarah M. Freking Sent: Wednesday, March 28, 2007 9:17 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] HP Color LaserJet 3500 Any recommendations as to who to get to fix a printer? I've tried everything I know how and now have to go outside for help! Thanks. Sarah Sarah M. Freking, Technology Coordinator Bishop Garrigan Schools, 1224 N. McCoy St., Algona, IA 50511 Phone 515-295-3521, Fax 515-295-7719
RE: [info-tech] Windows Memory Test Program...
THANKS, Jeremy!!! From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Pearson, Jeremy Sent: Tuesday, March 27, 2007 8:28 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Windows Memory Test Program... Good morning- I always loved troubleshooting computers for these hard to find problem. We have run into our fair share of memory gone bad here in Fort Dodge, and we have always used the trial and error method for find the problem. Here is a Microsoft Memory Tester from one of my morning e-rags to help test that RAM and motherboard memory systems for any errors. Hopefully it will save you a little time and frustration. Have a great day!!! Jeremy Test your memory Recently Tom started experiencing some weird problems with his primary computer. Windows would reboot by itself for no reason, programs wouldn't install, etc. After a lot of weeping and wailing and gnashing of teeth, he was able to track down the problem: some of his memory had gone bad for some reason. He switched it out with the RAM from another computer and the problems magically disappeared. Memory problems can emulate many other problems, though. If you suspect you might have bad memory, you can use Microsoft's Windows Memory Diagnostic to test your RAM for errors. Check it out at http://www.wxpnews.com/KXWTQT/070327-Memory ___ Jeremy Pearson Supervisor of Information Technology Fort Dodge Community School District 104 South 17th Street Fort Dodge, Iowa 50501 http://www.fort-dodge.k12.ia.us http://www.fort-dodge.k12.ia.us/ (515)574-5676 voice (515)574-5324 fax
RE: [info-tech] Take-apart manual
Karl, Your manual can be found at http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/manualCategory?lc=encc=usdlc=enpro duct=388436lang=en on the hp website. George -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Karl Hehr Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 1:21 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Take-apart manual I have an HP 6100nx laptop that is out of warranty and needs some fiddling. Inorder to use the keyboard/Mouse/USB ports there needs to be constant pressure on the bottom left of the case. I would like to take it apart and see if I can diagnose anything, but I cannot locate a manual. Anybody got one? Karl Hehr District Technology Coordinator South Hamilton CSD Jewell, IA - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
[info-tech] forced updates
Techs: Thanks for all the responses to my posting. That was my last stirrem up posting before retirement. As some of you know, I am retiring completely on June 30th. I will be able to spend more time driving my 30 A and no time worrying about forced updates. My first computer class was on a mainframe terminal in 1965 so I've seen a lot of changes in 42 years. I assumed a part-time tech coordinator (I never did know where that title originated) role in 1980 and the rest is history. It's been a fun and sometimes stressful run. I'm kinda glad its over and yet I'm sure I will miss it. I have a couple of concerns as I pass on the baton. There are a few people left that started out as teachers and then for various reasons, became computer coordinators. The microcomputer swept through our society like a firestorm! Schools as well as society in general were caught off-guard. Schools were called on to teach our society about microcomputers but had no staff or hardware to do it. No standards existed. To assume the title of computer coordinator, all you needed was a little knowledge and a lot of guts. The one good thing was that most computer coordinators were classroom teachers at one time or another. Although many mistakes were made, much of the beginning work was based on educational principles. For example, applications were not taught for many years. I taught programming (anyone remember Applesoft BASIC or CP/M BASIC) and moved on to PASCAL and different versions of C. After a few years, applications such as Wordstar, Visicalc, and dBase started to dominate the commercial market. Schools were then expected to teach applications. The third year I taught Applewriter, PFS-file, and Advanced Visicalc. The fourth year I taught /// E-Z Pieces, the forerunner of Appleworks, on Apple /// computers. Here I was, a person who could hardly type 20 wpm, teaching students how to type. Fortunately that corrected itself with the elimination of typewriters and the introduction of computers and Wordperfect which ruled the business world. I moved from teaching into keeping the computer systems running that were used to teach applications. Since 1991, I have spent the lion's share of my time supporting computers and gradually shifting to the most time supporting our network. I went from the red books of Novell through all the versions of NT server, 3.5, 3.51, 4, 2000, and now 2003. Through all of these major transitions I had to keep reminding myself that supporting sound education was really my job. In other words, the schools' computer network was not there to provide me with a job but to make the school staff more effective in doing their job. Herein is my biggest concern. As the role of computer coordinator has shifted more to the technical side, I see the possibility of losing focus on the real reason we have computers and computer networks in schools. Just a caveat. Enough ranting. In the eternal words of Bob Hope, I think, Thanks for the memories. George
RE: [info-tech] School Website Outsourcing
Brad, We publish to an offline site where the student's info is reviewed before publishing to our live site. I think everyone is having the same problem of trying to do more on our website and not having the time or expertise to do it. If anyone has tried to maintain a website, they soon find out that it is time-consuming and not everyone has the design talent to do it properly. If schools want an effective website, they need to realize that it is not free. George From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Brad Kruse Sent: Thursday, February 08, 2007 9:25 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] School Website Outsourcing Is anyone outsourcing their district website? I would like to hear the good and the bad if anyone has done this in the past and also the name of the business that is used. Currently, I have some independent study students that help me along with a few coaches and secretaries that do their part. We have a publications class here but they only work with the newsletter and yearbook. We are constantly relying on the website for more each week and it is really becoming a burden. I really would like to add more features but I don't know enough and don't want to know enough to do it properly. Also, there is always a worry about a student author publishing something that should not be published! Thanks. 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
[info-tech] ICE
In reading Scott's response to my posting of ICE, I still put it on my cell phone. In fact I put in ICE1, ICE2, and ICE3. I'm not going to worry whether some one finds it or my cell phone is charged. All I'm going to worry about is that it will by chance save my or somebody else's life someday. The rest of it is pure semantics and fluff. I talked to EMTs on our staff and they all knew about ICE and thought it was a good idea. They put it in the same category as putting a medicine bottle in the refrigerator at home with emergency information in it. They're supposed to look in the refrigerator for the emergency information bottle. If there's none there, it can't help. Same is true for ICE. I put it in the category of It can't hurt. Have a nice week-end, George
[info-tech] ICE
Techs: At the request of our school nurse, I said that I would forward on the following information. I don't know if this has been out before or not but I think is worth repeating. George PUT ICE IN YOUR CELL PHONE A recent article from the Toronto Star, The ICE IDEA, is catching on and it is a very simple, yet important method of contact for you or a loved one in case of an emergency. As cell phones are carried by the majority of the population, all you need to do is program the number of a contact person or persons and store the name as ICE. The idea was thought up by a paramedic who found that when they went to the scenes of accidents, there were always mobile phones with patients, but they didn't know which numbers to call. He therefore thought that it would be a good idea if there was a nationally recognized name to file next of kin under. Following a disaster in London, The East Anglican Ambulance Service has launched a national, In Case of Emergency (ICE) campaign http://www.portlandonline.com/911/index.cfm?c=djaii The idea is that you store the word ICE in your mobile phone address book, and with it enter the number of the person you would want to be contacted In Case of Emergency . In an emergency situation, Emergency Services personnel and hospital staff would then be able to quickly find the contact information under ICE. Please forward this. It won't take too many forwards before everybody will know about this. It really could save your life, or put a loved one's mind at rest. For more than one contact name simply enter ICE1, ICE2, ICE3 etc. A great idea that could make a difference
RE: [info-tech] USB Drives
Tony, What are you using the usb drives for. That makes a lot of difference when coming up with a solution. George From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Richardson,Tony Sent: Friday, December 08, 2006 10:04 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] USB Drives I'm going to throw this out there in hopes that somebody has a solution... I would like to know how other Tech Coordinators are dealing with USB drives on locked down systems. There are so many different USB thumb drives out there and some will not work on a locked down system because students are not allowed to load software. Any body got a solution??? Thanks, Tony Richardson Technology Coordinator Humboldt Community School District [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [info-tech] employee time software
Jim, Pocahontas is using a program called Attendance Enterprise that works with Software Unlimited directly. It's web based and we've had few issues with it. If you want more information call our board secretary Diane Pattee @ 712 335-4311. George -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim Kerns Sent: Friday, December 01, 2006 8:32 AM To: AEA 8 Tech Cord's List Subject: [info-tech] employee time software I am curious what other districts are using for time tracking, punch in and out, etc., for the non salary employees. Right now we use Infotronics Attendance Professional and PC Punch. We are looking at upgrading, and I am wondering what other districts are using. Thanks!! Jim Kerns Spencer Community Schools 23 East 7th St P.O. Box 200 Spencer, Iowa 51301 [EMAIL PROTECTED] 712.262.0339 FAX 712.262.1116 --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
[info-tech] FW: Server Lot for Sale
Techs, Just received this and thought I would forward it in case someone is looking for cheap back-up scsi hard drives that are hot-swappable. This looks like a good deal. George From: Scott Groves [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, October 25, 2006 9:10 AM To: George Tuttle Subject: Server Lot for Sale Below please find a grid of older Compaq servers that we are offering for sale. We are asking $1000.00 for the lot.All six can be shipped on one pallet. Please call Scott Groves at 402.706.0154 if you have any interest. Thank you. Type Processors Memory Drives Controller ML370 T 1 - 1.0 GHz/133 MHz 512 MB 4 - 18.2 x 10K Hot Swap None ML370 T 2 - 1.0 GHz/133 MHz 512 MB 6 - 18.2 x 10K Hot Swap SA5300 ML370 T 2 - 1.0 GHz/133 MHz 1 GB 4 - 36.4 x 10 K Hot Swap SA5300 ML370 T 1 - 1.0 GHz/133 MHz 512 MB 3 - 18.2 x 10K Hot Swap SA5300 PL800 T 1 - 350 MHz 327680 KB None None PL1600 T 2 - 350 MHz 589824 KB 2 - 18.2 x 10 K, 2 - 4.3 x 10 K Not Hot Swap Smart 2DH
[info-tech] misc.
Techs; Weve been using web based IP gradebook for 2 years without incident. The gradebook information is then also available to parents which has been very popular. In regards to the Microsoft lawsuit, I dont think it will make much difference if a school opts in or out, the settlement money, if any, will probably be funneled to the attorneys. Does anyone remember receiving anything when Tom Miller and his crack team got a settlement out of Microsoft?? Im in the Alzheimers generation so Im asking if anybody remembers receiving anything? George
RE: [info-tech] Pocahontas Catholic: Kristy
Kristi: Lets plan on 1 pm on Friday the 11th. BTW, I picked up six monitors and will bring them over then. George -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, August 09, 2006 8:37 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Pocahontas Catholic: Kristy George, Good morning! I will be in Pocahontas on Friday (11), Monday (14) and Friday (18) of this week and next. I have talked with a couple of teachers and they will be in and out this week and next. If a certain afternoon or day works out best for you let me know ASAP and I will email my teachers out with that information and they can plan on being at the school if they are able. Let me know what your plans are. Thanks a bunch, George. Kristy Liechti This message was sent using an internet webmail program --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
[info-tech] active directory meeting
Techs, On such short notice, there were a number of conflicts with this Friday. Well have the one tomorrow and then have another one on Wednesday afternoon of next week (July 26th), same time same place. Hope this works for those that cant come tomorrow. Thanks, George
RE: [info-tech] tech meeting
You bet. Have a nice vacation!!! From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Johnson, Vicki Sent: Wednesday, July 19, 2006 12:29 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] tech meeting I will not be able to make it on Friday. I will be leaving for vacation that day. Can I call you when I get back on or after Aug 1? Vicki Johnson HS Tech Associate Prairie Valley Comm School 1005 Riddle Street Box 49 Gowrie, IA 50543 515-352-5540 [EMAIL PROTECTED] From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of George Tuttle Sent: Wednesday, July 19, 2006 10:48 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] tech meeting Techs; Ive had a lot of responders to using active directory to control group policies. I checked our school schedule and the room I would like to use is available Friday afternoon, July 21st. Its hard to plan with such a short notice and make it possible for everyone to attend and I apologize for that. With that said, we will meet at the high school, (park in the south parking lot and come in the door by the gym) starting at 12:30. Well have a buzz session from 12:30 to 1:00 and cover active directory at 1:00. That shouldnt take very long, maybe a half hour. This is a sharing session so Im planning on learning a lot about active directory myself. Everyone is welcome to stay as long as you want to share on other topics as well. We dont meet as a group during the summer and that seems to be when I have the most questions, setting up my new stuff. I talked to Scott Fosseen and hes going to try to make it to the meeting as well. Looking forward to sharing, George BTW: The high school is located on hiway 3 on the north side between NW 3rd st and NW 4th st. Its east of the 3 and 4 intersection. PS If Friday afternoon doesnt work for you, let me know and we can go through this on an individual basis. Active directory has saved me so much time that I now have more time to share!
[info-tech] bubble wrap
Techs: For those of you that received all of your purchases packed in peanuts, heres some bubble wrap for ya!! http://www.therightfoot.net/mystuff/whatever/swf/bubblewrap.swf George
[info-tech] 2006 technology calendar
Techs, For the last (cant remember) years, I have made and shared a 11 x 17 summer calendar. Attached is this years model. George 06 Tech Calender.xls Description: 06 Tech Calender.xls
[info-tech] Openworkbench
Techs; Has anyone used Openworkbench? It is similar to Microsoft Project except it is free. George Here is the URL for the site: http://www.openworkbench.org
RE: [info-tech] Summer Wireless Surveys
Scott, Lets schedule a survey on the 1st or 2nd of August. George -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Scott Fosseen Sent: Thursday, April 27, 2006 9:45 AM To: info-tech Subject: [info-tech] Summer Wireless Surveys With the current discussion on wireless I want to remind everyone that we can perform on-site wireless surveys. The following link shows the type of reports we will be able to provide your district. In order to perform a complete site survey we will need access to all rooms in your building. Typically site surveys are performed when school is not in session. Please contact me if you would like to schedule a site survey this summer. _ Scott Fosseen - Systems Engineer - Prairie Lakes AEA http://www.aea8.k12.ia.us/tech _ I have not failed.I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work - Thomas Edison (1847 - 1931) _ --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
RE: [info-tech] Software Questionairre
I did not receive an attachment. George Tuttle Pocahontas Area -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Gutshall, Pam Sent: Wednesday, April 19, 2006 2:46 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Software Questionairre -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Scott Fosseen Sent: Thursday, April 06, 2006 4:55 PM To: info-tech Subject: [info-tech] Software Questionairre Please take some time and fill out the attached questionnaire. Thanks. _ Scott Fosseen - Systems Engineer - Prairie Lakes AEA http://www.aea8.k12.ia.us/en/programs_and_services/school_technology _ If a 4 digit year can by divided by 4 then it is a Leap Year, UNLESS divisible by 100, UNLESS is divisible by 400 it is a Leap Year, UNLESS divisible by 4000, UNLESS is 200 or 600 years after a year that is divisible by 900 it is a Leap Year _ --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
RE: [info-tech] Friday's meeting
Tell him we got TASERS!! LOL. This note is to everyone. Because of a scheduling conflict, the tech meeting will be in the lunch room which is on the far west end. Anyway, we will post signs. George -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Murray Gafkjen Sent: Thursday, March 16, 2006 5:12 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Friday's meeting Love to Drag race with you guys tomorrow, but duty calls. Klint Goodchild will be there instead, be nice to him or he will hurt you. Murray Gafkjen Clay Central Everly --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
RE: [info-tech] Friday's meeting
John, With hand cuffs and shackles or just hand cuffs? Could throw in some mace or maybe a little shot of taser or a little stun gun action. Don't need to worry about bullets because they're not recyclable. We're a green community, ESPECIALLY THIS FRIDAY. George -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of JON W HUESER Sent: Wednesday, March 15, 2006 6:45 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] Friday's meeting George, Tim and I would like a police escort to the school, can you arrange that? :) Thanks, Jon W. Hueser Assistant Principal Curriculum/Technology Director East Greene Comm. Schools 405 12th Str. South Box 377 Grand Junction, IA 50107 Phone: 515-738-2411 ext. 241 Fax: 515-738-5719 Website: www.east-greene.k12.ia.us -- Original Message -- From: George Tuttle [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Date: Wed, 15 Mar 2006 18:38:17 -0600 Techs, Hopefully the snow will stay away and you will be able to travel to Poky on Friday for the tech coordinators meeting. I've alerted the police department and given them Tim's, Jon 's and Lance's vehicle license numbers for very special handling. Fines double for those 3 just like a construction zone. Anybody else can be added to the list as warranted. Just kidding! We don't have school on Friday but the staff has workshops during the day so the buildings will be inhabited in case you get lost. We will meet in the vocal music room. To get there, take hiway 3 to 3rd st and turn north which will head you into the middle/high school parking lot. There is a sign on the west end of the gym that says Pocahontas Area and then two smaller signs that say Middle School and High School. If you go to the east end of the gym, there is an attached building to the east that is the vocal music room. We will have the door open on the south side of that building which will lead directly into the vocal music room. There are a number of good places to eat in town and I will give you directions to those establishments on Friday. One of them is the new bowling alley that is also a sports bar and has an internet hot spot. GO HAWKS Hope to see you Friday, George --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - Sent via the WebMail system at eg-main.east-greene.k12.ia.us --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
[info-tech] Student 2006
Techs, Anyone tried Microsoft Student 2006? Looks interesting George
RE: [info-tech] Tech Literacy Survey
Hey, How'd I get involved in this?? George -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Lennon Sent: Wednesday, January 25, 2006 10:07 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] Tech Literacy Survey Lets all e-mail Nancy just to say howdy I have not seen this much activity on the list since George became Mayor of Poky and moved the AEA up there. Ah the power of the Godfather -- 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 515-448-5143 --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
[info-tech] wmf exploit
Techs: Microsoft now has a patch available as of 4 pm today. I tried it on several types of machines and operating systems and it seems to work. It passed all of the exploit checkers that I have found. If you select Windows update, that will be one of the suggested patches. George
[info-tech] FW: SANS NewsBites Vol. 8 Num. 1
Techs: Haven't had time to evaluate this yet but thought would pass on to others. I don't plan to install the unofficial patch but will instruct staff to stay off internet sites until a good patch is available. Any newer information would be appreciated. George -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of The SANS Institute Sent: Tuesday, January 03, 2006 1:59 PM To: George Tuttle Subject: SANS NewsBites Vol. 8 Num. 1 -BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE- Hash: SHA1 This Microsoft WMF vulnerability is causing real damage to a lot of people and organizations. See the first story for a temporary fix and a discussion of the pros and cons of using it. Alan PS. SANS 2006 is in Orlando in late February. The deadline for getting the $250 early registration discount is a week from tomorrow (1/11). http://www.sans.org/sans2006 * SANS NewsBitesJanuary 3, 2006 Vol. 8, Num.1 * TOP OF THE NEWS Users Urged to Install Unofficial Patch to Protect Computers from WM Exploits Three States Have New Data Security Laws for 2006 THE REST OF THE WEEK'S NEWS ARRESTS, CONVICTIONS AND SENTENCES Alleged ChoicePoint Data Thief Pleads Guilty WORMS, ACTIVE EXPLOITS, VULNERABILITIES PATCHES Trojan Horse Displays Phony Google Ads on Web Sites ATTACKS INTRUSIONS DATA THEFT Pennsylvania Medical Office Informs 700 People Whose Data Were on Stolen Computer MISCELLANEOUS White House Says Web Bugs Do Not Violate Federal Privacy Guidelines DHS to Test RFID Passport Technology at San Francisco Airport *** Sponsored Links * 1) Join us for a Free SANS Webcast Migrating from WEP to WPA2 Wednesday, January 04 at 1:00 PM EST (1800 UTC/GMT) http://www.sans.org/info.php?id=974 2) To find the security products you can trust (along with user interviews showing why) start your selection process at http://www.sans.org/whatworks 3) Free courses on SCADA Security (a gift from DHS and DOE) still have a have a few seats available. (March 1-2) Also the SCADA Security Summit (March 2-3) registration page is now open. Find both at: http://www.sans.org/scadasummit06 * TOP OF THE NEWS --Users Urged to Install Unofficial Patch to Protect Computers from WMF Exploits (2/1 January 2006/31/30 December 2005) The threat posed by the flaw in Windows WMF files is increasing. Now hundreds of sites are using exploits for the flaw to install malicious software on people's Windows-based computers. What makes the WMF vulnerability particularly insidious is that it can infect computers when users merely visit sites or view a maliciously crafted image in the preview pane of older versions of Microsoft Outlook; machines can become infected without requiring the user to click on anything or open any files. Microsoft is investigating the issue and says it will issue a patch, but has not yet said when that patch will be available. The SANS Internet Storm Center recommends applying an unofficial patch; a link to the patch is available in the Handler's Diary. Authoritative overview from Internet Storm Center: http://isc.sans.org/diary.php?storyid=993 Other news stories: http://www.computerworld.com/printthis/2006/0,4814,107419,00.html http://www.computerworld.com/printthis/2006/0,4814,107420,00.html http://www.computerworld.com/printthis/2006/0,4814,107421,00.html http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/10651414/ http://www.eweek.com/print_article2/0,1217,a=168161,00.asp (Schmidt) The idea of installing unofficial patches, while it sounds like a good idea, is pretty scary as it becomes yet another way to potentially distribute malware and/or introduce yet a new vulnerability if not written correctly. Who handles support when the unofficial patch breaks other things? I support doing work-arounds but worry about ANY quick fix patches. (Northcutt): While I agree with Howard's observations, the path of wisdom is to download the unofficial patch, and test it on some non-production systems and also to make sure you are ready to go when the worm breaks loose. Also, the WMF FAQ has been translated into a number of different languages at this point, so if you are a multinational organization you might want to be familiar with: http://isc.sans.org/diary.php?storyid=994 (Pescatore): Even with a trusted source of an unofficial patch, the odds of causing self inflicted damage by doing so are very high for enterprise users. The workarounds (like unregistering the .dll and losing thumbnails) are likely to have fewer unintended consequences than an unsupported, unofficial patch. (Schultz): To me it is not at all clear what the correct course of action
RE: [info-tech] error report
I've received a response about 90% of the time but not always the first time I send it in. They build up a database. I've sent in a report one day and get no response and send it in the next day and have a response. Most of the errors are caused by drivers after Windows updates. The errors are often sent to the equipment manufacturers and they then publish updated drivers. If the problem is an internet issue, they won't receive and you won't get a response. George -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Steven Scarbrough Sent: Thursday, December 15, 2005 2:19 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] error report George wrote: T hat's too bad because I've had most of my issues solved in the return information from Microsoft. You get a response?? I never have, sadly. Steve Scarbrough Technology Coordinator Storm Lake Community School District 712.732.8100 fax:8101 --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
[info-tech] error report
Techs: While visiting with some tech people I found out that they dont send error reports to Microsoft when they have a problem. Thats too bad because Ive had most of my issues solved in the return information from Microsoft. About 90% of the time the problem involves the need for an updated driver and the returned information will take you to the correct website and most of the time the correct driver update. I was surprised to find that some people were not using this service. A couple of years ago when I tried this service, it wasnt much help. Since then, they have built up an extensive database that is quite helpful. As far as I know, the error report only connects you to the right information needed to fix a problem. Ive had no negative by using it. Maybe other people have had negative results but I havent. The next time you get the screen Send an error report?, try it. George
RE: [info-tech] APC Replacement Batteries...
Jeremy, Digi-key has the exact replacement batteries for about every APC model. Check them out. Also, good prices but the best thing is exact replacement batteries. George From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Pearson, Jeremy Sent: Tuesday, December 13, 2005 10:56 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] APC Replacement Batteries... Good morning- I am in need of some replacement batteries, and my previous supplier seems to have disappeared. I was wondering who everyone was using to purchase replacement batteries. I believe the ones I had been using previously were non-APC batteries, and about a third of the cost. So, I was just checking to see if someone can point me in the right directions. Thanks, and happy holidays to all! Jeremy ___ Jeremy Pearson Network Administrator / Computer Technician Fort Dodge Community School District 104 South 17th Street Fort Dodge, Iowa 50501 http://www.fort-dodge.k12.ia.us (515)574-5676 voice (515)574-5324 fax
[info-tech] crystal ball time
Techs: I dont know how many of you have been watching the development of the $100 laptop but its now going into production. According to some articles that I have read, several states are contemplating providing these units to all of their students in their respective states. Ive included a(n) URL below that has more information about the unit. Google is one of the sponsors and wants to play a role in providing the software to be used remotely on these machines. That will be very fascinating to watch. Google has oodles of cash (no pun intended) to fight the other software manufacturers. The basic operating system is linux based so it can be modified and adapted by anyone. My new year predictions are 1) This endeavor will be successful 2) the original idea was to provide cheap computers for third world countries but I think domestic political pressure will also allow kids in the USA to have them as well. It would be quite ironic to supply these to everyone outside the country and not make them available to our own kids so I think they will be available to American schools shortly 3) to compete, all other entry level systems will drastically drop in price ($399 already) 4) schools and internet providers will need to ramp up delivery speeds to handle the amount of remote access that these machines will demand. Heres the URL. Check it out: http://laptop.media.mit.edu/2005-1213-olpc.html This is a news release from yesterday. George
RE: [info-tech] POE
Murray, Linksys and Netgear both make inexpensive power injectors. Linksys (about $40) works with Linksys and Netgear works with Netgear and the Gateway AP. I am changing out my Linksys 54g ap's for Gateway ap's because I can run and inside (school network) and outside (only to the internet) on the same radio. They had their radios on sale at Christmas time for half price so I got a really good deal on some really good radios. George -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Murray Gafkjen Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2005 3:28 PM To: tech Subject: [info-tech] POE Hey Gang, We're looking at adding access points and would like to use power over ethernet. I currently use Cisco 2950 switches, can they use it natively or do I need to add a device to the network? Murray Gafkjen Clay Central Everly --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
RE: [info-tech] POE
Using WPA George -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Steven Scarbrough Sent: Wednesday, July 27, 2005 11:55 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] POE What's everybody doing for wireless security? Since Cisco bought Perfigo, our deployment costs just went through the roof to use their system. (Was $7k. Now $45K x seven sites, + $4k/year/site. Ugh.) Anybody using RADIUS or 802.11x authentication with key changing? At a minimum, how are folks keeping script kiddies from brute force attacks on passwords if they sit in the parking lot with a laptop? (That'd never happen in this day and age, right??) Steve Scarbrough Technology Coordinator Storm Lake Community School District 712.732.8100 fax:8101 --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
RE: [info-tech] Help for a colleague
Be sure he's using XP-pro if he's trying to join a domain. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Steven Scarbrough Sent: Wednesday, June 22, 2005 8:26 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Help for a colleague A guy I know just installed Microsoft Small Business Server 2003 and can't get 9 of 10 XP machines to connect. Any suggestions? We do mostly NetWare for PCs here - I've no idea where/how to begin helping other than to check the SP2 firewall settings on XP. Steve Scarbrough Technology Coordinator Storm Lake Community School District 712.732.8100 fax:8101 --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
RE: [info-tech] New Position
Mike, I've already alerted the Poky Gestapo that they are to stop you and turn you around. No one gets out of here!! Seriously, have always enjoyed your thoughts and ideas at our meetings. They're not the same without you. Good luck on your new jobs. George -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Michael A. Linde Sent: Monday, June 13, 2005 9:28 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] New Position Fellow Techies... I would like to say thanks for the past 8 years. Each of you has been an integral part of helping make Pomeroy-Palmer as technology inclined as it is. My wife and have accepted new positions at Armstrong-Ringsted. Kate will be a 4th and 5th grade teacher along with part time At Risk Coordinator. I will be taking the position of Athletic Director and middle school PE health. I believe I will also be maintaining the school web site, so techincally I will still be a part of the group. Since we are still AEA 8, I will have to stop and observe Tim and Jon as they teach everyone how to schmooze a school board. Larry Kruckenberg (our superintendent), will be taking over the duties at Tech Coordinator. He is a Mac guy and might need some of your assistance. I told him how great you are at assisting everyone. I will also be helping maintain the school tech stuff remotely from Armstong. Once again thank you for the good times and assistance. I am sure all of our paths will cross again. Mike Linde Sent via the WebMail system at pom-palm.k12.ia.us --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
RE: [info-tech] Retirement
Happy retirement to you, Donna. I have enjoyed working with you on various projects. George -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Donna Bonnstetter Sent: Friday, May 20, 2005 12:56 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Retirement Sorry I could not make it to the Algona meeting yesterday. I just wanted to say good-bye and thanks to all of you. I decided to accept our board's offer for early retirement. It was an offer too good to refuse. Next year Mark Johnson will have a big job doing his teaching and taking over my technology coordinator position as well. I have been so thankful to this list serve and the monthly meetings for the information and help I've received. You've helped me do my job better. I know he will appreciate you next year as well. -- Donna Bonnstetter Tech Coordinator West Bend-Mallard Community School Box 247 West Bend, IA 50597 [EMAIL PROTECTED] + --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
[info-tech] Adobe products
Techs, Whats the best price anyone has found for Adobe Creative Suite 2.0 Premium version? I need 15-18 licenses. George
RE: [info-tech] Adobe products
Vicki, Thanks for your response. George From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Johnson, Vicki Sent: Tuesday, May 17, 2005 1:48 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Adobe products George We purchased this last year from: Christine McConnell email is: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Academic Inside Sales Software Plus 10880 Baur Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63132 314-692-7638 x 152 888-251-7638 x152 Fax 314-692-0856 We also purchased Illustrator CS and Photoshop CS Vicki Johnson HS Tech Associate Prairie Valley Comm School 1005 Riddle Street Box 49 Gowrie, IA 50543 515-352-5540 [EMAIL PROTECTED] From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of George Tuttle Sent: Tuesday, May 17, 2005 1:22 PM To: Tech-Cord Subject: [info-tech] Adobe products Techs, Whats the best price anyone has found for Adobe Creative Suite 2.0 Premium version? I need 15-18 licenses. George
RE: [info-tech] Adobe products
Scott, Thanks for your response. George From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Scott Fosseen Sent: Tuesday, May 17, 2005 1:35 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] Adobe products Did you see the IEC pricing? CREATIVE SUITE 2 LICENSE ONLY WIN #54017330XD $168.70 CREATIVE SUITE 2 LICENSE ONLY MAC #54017329XD $168.70 CREATIVE SUITE 2 CONCURRENT LICENSE MAC #54017333XD $210.88 CREATIVE SUITE 2 CONCURRENT LICENSE WIN #54017334XD $210.88 CREATIVE SUITE 2 CONCURRENT UPLIFT LICENSE MAC #54017335XD $42.18 CREATIVE SUITE 2 CONCURRENT UPLIFT LICENSE WIN #54017336XD $42.18 This can be found at http://esite.shoptrc.com/licensing.aspx?type=adobe.aspx - Original Message - From: George Tuttle To: Tech-Cord Sent: Tuesday, May 17, 2005 1:22 PM Subject: [info-tech] Adobe products Techs, Whats the best price anyone has found for Adobe Creative Suite 2.0 Premium version? I need 15-18 licenses. George
[info-tech] FW: Plotter Pens
Techs, Our county engineer asked me last week if we could use any plotter pens. Since we dont have a plotter anymore, I said that I would forward the info to other techs in the area. He put his email and phone number in the message. If you can use them, give him a call. George From: Steven Camp [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, April 15, 2005 9:05 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Plotter Pens Dear George: We spoke outside the grocery store. There are 13 unopened and other plotter pens and ink that we are willing to give away as we have no use of them. The pens are Staedtler- name brand and indicate use for the following CalComp plotters: 1023; 1025; 1026; 1041; 1042; 1043; 1044; 2024; and 2036. Since we have had them for several years, there may now be other models that they may be suitable for. Any interested parties may contact me by e-mail at [EMAIL PROTECTED] or by phone at 712-335-3252. Thanks, Steven J. Camp, Pocahontas County Engineer.
[info-tech] 64 bit
Techs, I just found this info on the W2Knews site. It has answered a lot of my questions about 64 bit. The comment that I found the most interesting is the shelf life of the new 64 bit systems, much longer than our current systems. Im thinking that Im going to wait until I can get good 64 bit machines. So far it looks like the AMD processor is a better choice than any forthcoming Intel processor. George * Who Wants 64-bit Windows? Microsoft will ship the Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions this month. They will be sold with new server hardware. Why would you want this? There are some very good reasons actually. First, the 64-bit architecture has more memory address space which means better performance: bigger memory, page files, cache etc. Second, soon all the new hardware you can get will be 64-bit by default. Third, soon there will be x64-based versions of SQL Server, Exchange, and Office. And Visual Studio 2005 will support native x64 development of code. Fourth, 64-bit machines and software will have a longer shelf life. Think it through for a moment, these machines may not need replacement for 5-6 years instead of the 3-4 year replacement cycle most of us are on now. The one major problem? Device drivers. You have to make sure that all the devices you hook up to your systems are compatible. Paul Thurrott's supersite has a good overview of the different 64-bit Windows editions and a great grid that explains which flavor supports how many processors and RAM. Recommended. http://www.w2knews.com/rd/rd.cfm?id=050411ED-64-Bit
[info-tech] 64 bit systems
Techs, Has anyone been looking at purchasing systems based upon the new 64 bit architecture? Were going to replace about 65 systems and have started looking around and have been told that the new 64 bit systems and 64 bit Windows XP are just around the corner. I dont know what that means. Anyone have any thoughts or information?? George
RE: [info-tech] Web site
Vicki, We offer a class in website publishing using Front Page. They are responsible for our school website. The students are given assignments and then they save it to an unpublished website. The instructor reviews it and then publishes it to the viewable website. Its not the best website but it accomplishes the dual tasks of being an educational experience and also as the school website. When I look at it and I think it could be a lot better, I hold my tongue for two reasons, number 1, I dont want to do it, and more importantly, we are, after-all, an educational institution. Once in awhile Ill hear a comment about the website from the public about a link not working quite right. I tell them that it is done by students and who are just learning. They understand and are glad to see that students are actually doing the work as part of an educational experience. The easiest thing would be to hire some one else to do it. Our administration and school board chose to have our students responsible for our website, fully aware that it may not be perfect. You may want to visit with your administration and school board about it. As a former educator for 37 years, I would recommend that you take advantage of the educational opportunity if you can. George PS We host our website on our own server. From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Johnson, Vicki Sent: Thursday, March 31, 2005 11:03 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Web site I have been trying to learn HTML, ASP for our website. I want something that is more user friendly than ours is. It was set up several years ago and there is one student here that knows the whole thing and I am trying to learn. We are thinking about going out to a website service. Could you give me feed back as to what you do for your website and who your service is with? Thanks Vicki Johnson HS Tech Associate Prairie Valley Comm School 1005 Riddle Street Box 49 Gowrie, IA 50543 515-352-5540 [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[info-tech] computer quote of the century
Techs, Here is the best computer quote Ive ever found: FAST, CHEAP, SECURE: Pick any TWO -- Andrew Baker Doesnt that about say it all?? Have a nice week-end. George
[info-tech] Fridays windows server meeting
Techs: Im trying to get the details set for this Fridays Windows Server users group meeting. So far this is what I have: 9:30 10:00 General discussion 10:00 12:00 Jeremy Pearson Using Windows server to roll out new machines Using Windows update services for rolling out updates Microsoft Technet features 12:00 1:00 Lunch 1:00 whenever Show and Tell What unique features do each of us use? If anyone has any particular topic they want covered, email me at: [EMAIL PROTECTED] I would also appreciate it if you would email me that you are attending if you havent done so already. Right now it looks like about 15. If it goes over that Ill need to change locations which isnt a problem. Thanks, George
RE: [info-tech] text messaging
Be sure that Windows messenger is removed, not just disabled. From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom and Linda Huseman Sent: Thursday, February 17, 2005 6:39 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] text messaging I had a teacher inform me today that the students have figured out how to do text messaging from the computers at school. Any suggestions on how to block this little activity. Thanks, Linda Linda Huseman Technology Coordinator Alta Community School
RE: [info-tech] New Question
Kurt, One question I would ask depends on whether or not you have pepl and or 1% sales tax. That money can be spent on infrastructure including computer equipment. The question is Do you anticipate using any of these funds to support technology? George -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kurt McKenney Sent: Thursday, February 10, 2005 9:16 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] New Question Where do you se the computer network being in five years. If they can't give you a straight answer to that one, you don't want them. It really doesn't matter what the answer is, it just shouldn't sound like a campaign promise. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kuhl, Douglas Sent: Thursday, February 10, 2005 8:56 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] New Question Here's one: What is their vision for Technology in the role of the Day-to-Day operations of the district and then for students. -Original Message- From: Brian Weidenthaler [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, February 09, 2005 7:28 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] New Question One and all. Please feel free to add comments. I will be part of a group that Interviews several superintendent candidates. I get 2-3 questions and I was looking for input for sample/possible questions. I have spoken with principal applicants but not superintendents. I am coming from the idea that the questions would tend to be more financial/policy in nature. Thanks in advance Brian Weidenthaler South Hamilton Schools Hubbard-Radcliffe Schools --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by the server02.aea8.k12.ia.us server.] --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by the schaller-crest.k12.ia.us server.] --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by the schaller-crest.k12.ia.us server.] --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
RE: [info-tech] Tech meet
Mike, That's one of the strengths of this organization. People willing to express their opinions. I would have never dreamed that asking if anyone was interested in getting together to cover one topic would bring on this much discussion. It indicates to me that this needs to be discussed in greater detail but this is not the time or place. I visited with Scott and he has some ideas but that information will come from him. Thanks, George -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Michael A. Linde Sent: Wednesday, February 09, 2005 9:34 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] Tech meet Michael A. Linde Athletic Director / Technology Director Pomeroy-Palmer School (712)468-2268 I tell you what, no one can say that I am not good for something. I have torking people off down to a science. My intent was not to cause a problem. It was merely an attempt to let some of our techies know that there are still some of us less talented tech people that need to have more sessions like George brought up. In my 8 years here at PP, I have, and I know others also have, experience the big time effect. That is some of our techs that have tried to push us little guys around and make us think our little issues are not important. Unfortunately I was not hired on my tech background like some of the FULL TIME techs. It is said that we are all equals..we are, just in different areas. The tech meetings sometimes do not meet the criteria of some of the smaller schools. That is totally understandable. We are in the minority. My email was not meant to insult anyone. As for the agenda of the meetings, it does meet the need of everyone ( which is impossible to do). I just hate to bring up some of the simple problems that will make the tech gurus laugh. And yes it does happen. They feel the same way that I feel about some of the topics. The flavor issue comes up. As for the tech meetings, who does not enjoy listening to Jon and George.that is free entertainmenthaha. Ok, on a serious note, I apologize for the email. The good news is that we now hav s SUP who is doig a great job at trying to budget our technology to get us up to speed. Never really had that guidance before. So all in all, a lesson learned that I should have just kept my mouth shut. For those of you who know me, I usually do. Whoops, my bad (as the kids would say). Have a great day. Mike __ __ Sent via the WebMail system at pom-palm.k12.ia.us --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
[info-tech] FW: User Group Items...
Techs: Jeremy had responded to the idea of having a meeting on the 25th with some suggestions on what topics to cover. He didnt realize it at the time but he has become the agenda for the meeting because they are all good topics for anyone running any flavor of nt. I asked him to expand what he would cover and he responded with the email below. Right now the plan is to go from 9:30 to 10:00 general info and from 10 to 12:30 on his topics, break for lunch, continue in the afternoon if necessary. Ive decided to cover tabletpc topics on another day. Jeremy said he will try to answer everyones questions and keep it understandable for everyone. He knows that there are individuals that have been running nt server for years and some that are just starting. I know Im interested in all 3 of his topics and for an old guy like me that would be quite a load for one day. Thanks again, Jeremy. Ive had responses from quite a few people already and would ask that you respond if you plan to attend. You can respond to my email address of [EMAIL PROTECTED] and it wont go out to everyone on the listserv. George From: Pearson, Jeremy [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, February 08, 2005 9:57 AM To: George Tuttle Subject: User Group Items... George- Here are some things I will touch on: 1) Using Windows Server 2003 to image and deploy your XP Workstations. I will walk through how we in Fort Dodge setup and configure a base image on our workstations. I will then show how to copy that workstation image up to your Windows server. From there, we will boot a new machine from the network, copy that image down from the server, and be ready to go. In 10 or 15 minutes, your new machine is configured and ready for people to use. Software required to make your Windows server create and blast out your computer images is free when you purchase Windows Server 2000/2003. So you probably all ready have what it takes to do this. Software we deploy on our machines, XP Pro with SP2, Office 2003 Pro, Flash/Shockwave, Quicktime, Acrobat Reader, Inspiration 7, Sophos Anti-Virus, Deep Freeze Enterprise, VNC (free remote control), BGInfo (free desktop Wallpaper with system info), a printer script to install printers and set default printer (free). 2) A brief update of Microsft new Windows Update Services. This isa free tool to deploy security patches, service packs and software enhancements to all your Windows 2000/XP/2003 machines. You can also deploy Office XP/2003 patches and updates, along with some server software such as SQL and Exchange. 3)I will bring my Technet Plus binders and show them what they get when they purchase a Technet Plus subscription. Other than that, that should be more than enough for the morning. Add what you want, and delete what you don't want. I will do what ever you need me to do. Should be a great time!!! Jeremy ___ Jeremy Pearson Network Administrator / Computer Technician Fort Dodge Community School District 104 South 17th Street Fort Dodge, Iowa 50501 http://www.fort-dodge.k12.ia.us (515)574-5676 voice (515)574-5324 fax
[info-tech] nt server meeting
Techs, Apparently not everyone saw the email from yesterday. The windows server meeting will be on Feb 25th, starting at 9:30 at the high school in Pocahontas and the agenda will be what I had in an email sent out previously today including the information from Jeremy. Hope this answers everyones questions. George
[info-tech] server 2000-03 and OS X
Techs, We can host an OS X users group on the 25th as well. A suggestion would be to run Server 2000-03 in the morning from 9:30 to 12:30 and OS X from 1:00 to 4:00 in the afternoon. Im sure that there are a number of people running both platforms. OS X users would need to bring their own equipment because I dont have one but I wouldnt think that would be a problem. We dont have school that day so there would be plenty of room for everybody. George
RE: [info-tech] Food For Thought
Mike, That's the exact point of having the users group meeting. It would be entirely separate from tech coordinators meeting. There's absolutely no pressure to attend or stay away. It's all voluntary. It just happens that some of us running Windows Server thought it would be a good idea to get together and share information period. I will have the meeting on the 25th for those that are interested. Whatever happens after that remains to be seen. Our roles have changed over the years, more toward the technician side. Some of us are truly tech coordinators, some are technicians, and some are both. That's where the rub lies. There's two sides to our jobs, technician and tech coordinator. They should be two different people but usually are not. I need to serve both roles. The tech coordinator meetings are great for that side but leaves out a lot of the technical side because of what we use is so diversified. That's why I thought that having just Windows Server get together on a voluntary basis would be the answer. This whole thing started out by me asking if anyone would be interested in attending a Windows server meeting and its gotten entirely out of hand. Because I sent the request out over the listserv, its gotten everyone else to thinking. That wasn't my intent at all. Just a chance for a few people to get together and talk about Windows server. George -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Michael A. Linde Sent: Tuesday, February 08, 2005 3:59 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Food For Thought I think we sometimes need to realize that not all of us only wear one hat in the school and can spend that much time on one thing. I agree that we need to open up the tech meetings to various topics that might not be as important to some of the self-proclaimed tech gurus. There are some of us that are not as advanced as others. I think I can speak for some of the other smaller schools that are not as technology inclined as others. In the defense of others, not all of us are able to attend ITEC and other tech conferences due to the multiple hats we all wear. I would love to attend ITEC, but don't really get the time off. I remember on time that everyone complained that our tech meetings were always about standards/benchmarks and things that no one was really interested in. I guess I may be off base totally, but maybe we could adapt our meetings and do some more realistic topics. Some of us still use the 2 platforms and others may use only MACs or PCs. I figured that I should express my opinion for the not so techie techs. If I have offended anyone I apologize. Our old Superintendent once asked how come I did not request to go to tech meetings anymore. I simply told him that what was being discussed does not relate to our school. Not only because we are smaller, but also because we cannot afford all the bells and whistles that others can afford. I apologize the venting session, but I just felt that this needed to be said. If I have stepped over the line or offended anyone, please forgive me. I just needed to step up and help the little people. Have a great day. Mike Michael A. Linde Athletic Director / Technology Director Pomeroy-Palmer School (712)468-2268 Sent via the WebMail system at pom-palm.k12.ia.us --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
RE: [info-tech] neat tools
Steve, We don't want to take the valuable time at our tech coordinators meetings to go over something that not everyone is using. To me, the tech coordinators meeting is for introduction of different products and other topics that apply to everyone. We use JMC and we don't have school on March 11th so we would be willing to look into hosting that as well. Maybe we could get someone from JMC to attend. Anyway, that's food for thought. George -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Steven Scarbrough Sent: Monday, February 07, 2005 2:37 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] neat tools George Tuttle wrote: Several of us using Microsoft's products at different times have talked about getting together and going over STUFF. Sounds like a Tech Coordinator's Meeting Agenda item to me. I'd note that similar users groups might be beneficial. Consider JMC, for example. Lots of users, lots of stuff that's unpublished. Steve Scarbrough Technology Coordinator Storm Lake Community School District 712.732.8100 fax:8101 --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
RE: [info-tech] JMC Meeting
Scott, Having it at Algona would be great. In fact, May 19th would be fine because we will be getting ready for the new year. The 11th of March would be open here for a different user's group. We're centrally located and since there's no school, everything is basically open, including all of the labs. I don't know how many are running Exchange Server but that's one topic I could learn a lot from a users group. Thanks, George -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Scott Fosseen Sent: Monday, February 07, 2005 5:14 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] JMC Meeting I am working with Jackie Fonley at Algona and we are planning on a JMC agenda at the May Info-Tech Meeting May 19th in Algona. We are planning on having JMC come down and tell us of the new features of JMC, and could also add a QA session or even a workshop. I have not contacted JMC yet but do expect so soon. _ Scott Fosseen - Systems Engineer -Prairie Lakes AEA http://fosseen.us/scott _ Research by the U.S. Navy has determined that water freezes in cold weather. - Southfield Michigan newspaper _ - Original Message - From: George Tuttle [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Sent: Monday, February 07, 2005 2:52 PM Subject: RE: [info-tech] neat tools Steve, We don't want to take the valuable time at our tech coordinators meetings to go over something that not everyone is using. To me, the tech coordinators meeting is for introduction of different products and other topics that apply to everyone. We use JMC and we don't have school on March 11th so we would be willing to look into hosting that as well. Maybe we could get someone from JMC to attend. Anyway, that's food for thought. George -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Steven Scarbrough Sent: Monday, February 07, 2005 2:37 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] neat tools George Tuttle wrote: Several of us using Microsoft's products at different times have talked about getting together and going over STUFF. Sounds like a Tech Coordinator's Meeting Agenda item to me. I'd note that similar users groups might be beneficial. Consider JMC, for example. Lots of users, lots of stuff that's unpublished. Steve Scarbrough Technology Coordinator Storm Lake Community School District 712.732.8100 fax:8101 --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
RE: [info-tech] Projector Bulb
Julie, If you need to replace the bulb this quickly, then I think it might be defective. We bought 60 of them last year and I no one has requested a bulb. Some of my teachers are using the projector 6 hours a day. Here is the email address of the Infocus rep: [EMAIL PROTECTED] George From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of DAVIES, JULIE Sent: Friday, January 28, 2005 2:17 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Projector Bulb Thank you very much Julie Davies Curriculum and Technology Coordinator Okoboji Community Schools 712.338.2458 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Brian Ney Sent: Friday, January 28, 2005 1:31 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Projector Bulb The AEA AV Co-op lists item #945 as a lamp for the (among others) the InFocus X2 at $169.69. Brian Ney N. Kossuth -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]On Behalf Of Kurt McKenney Sent: Friday, January 28, 2005 1:16 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Projector Bulb So far thats the best price I can find from a reputable source. From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of DAVIES, JULIE Sent: Friday, January 28, 2005 1:00 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Projector Bulb Infocus X2 ..100V, 300W, 50/60 Hz 4A? It was purchased last year.. Julie Davies Curriculum and Technology Coordinator Okoboji Community Schools 712.338.2458 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kurt McKenney Sent: Friday, January 28, 2005 12:54 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Projector Bulb I need the model number, and any specifics. From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of DAVIES, JULIE Sent: Friday, January 28, 2005 12:39 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Projector Bulb Hi We need to replace a bulb for the Infocus LCD projectorWe found out the replacement bulb is over $300. Does anyone know where one could be purchased for less? Thanks Julie Davies Curriculum and Technology Coordinator Okoboji Community Schools 712.338.2458
RE: [info-tech] remote bell and intercom system
Brian, You can attach a 1000 watt speaker system to it if you want! The unit has a left and right RCA audio jack on the back. Were using cheap computer speaker systems in our application. Youre welcome to come down and take a look anytime. George From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Brian Ney Sent: Monday, January 17, 2005 9:32 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] remote bell and intercom system Interesting - I did a Google search for a bell system and came up with this exact product. We are considering it. We are considering not actually using this in the classrooms but just in the halls. Can the volume be set loud enough so that people in classrooms can hear it? We have an intercom through our telephones so we do not need that part. Brian Ney N. Kossuth -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]On Behalf Of George Tuttle Sent: Monday, January 17, 2005 9:29 AM To: Tech-Cord Subject: [info-tech] remote bell and intercom system Techs, After our middle school and high school were merged last year, we ran into a problem of two schedules and also some rooms that had no intercom system. I found and have tested a program called bell commander that allows sending any bell sound (wav file) and can be used as a one way intercom to any room that has wired or wireless network access. We will be installing it in 22 class rooms in the near future. Anyone with a similar need is welcome to stop by and take a look. The cost per room is $140 for wired access, $190 for wireless access + $299 for the bell commander program. (you can download and try a full version for 30 days) The intercom system can be used for delivering announcements because it stores and sends the entire file before playing it so its not broken up by high network activity. The bells and intercom can be zoned because each receiver has its own unique IP and name. Any questions, give me a call @ 712 335-4848. George
[info-tech] school bell and pa
Techs, Since our high school and middle school have combined in one building, we have been looking for a method of controlling the PA and bells separately in the two sets of classrooms. I found what I was looking for with a company with the url www.acrovista.com and the product is called bellcommander. Any one using that particular product?? Would appreciate any feedback. George
RE: [info-tech] Fiber Question
Steve, If we have a copper wire through the interdict (cable pipe), our city electrical utility can tone it and will locate for free. George -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Steven Scarbrough Sent: Wednesday, December 01, 2004 3:48 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [info-tech] Fiber Question I'd be curious as well about a related question, as we're planning on putting in fiber as we build a new elementary in about thee years with the 1-cent sales tax... How many fiber locates do you with fiber get per year - ballpark? We're trying to keep an eye on related costs of fiber. Here's what Great Plains Locating Service (GPLS) would charge us... EXHIBIT A SCHEDULE OF BILLING UNITS AND SERVICE AREA Per Locate Performed by GPLS - $24.00 Per Locate Per Regular Hours Emergency Performed - $24.00 Per Locate Per After Hours Emergency Performed - $45.00 Per Hour (minimum 2 hours) Project, Extended Locate - The Locate Price Extra Ordinary Project (for the first ½ Hour) Plus $45.00 Per Hour Thereafter (minimum ½ Hour) Site Surveillance/Stand By Services - $45.00 Per Hour Hourly Rate - $45.00 Per Hour Steve Scarbrough Technology Coordinator Storm Lake Community School District 712.732.8100 fax:8101 --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
RE: [info-tech] Fiber Question
What good is power if you can't abuse it!!! Actually that was in place before I became mayor. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Steven Scarbrough Sent: Wednesday, December 01, 2004 4:05 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [info-tech] Fiber Question George wrote: If we have a copper wire through the interdict (cable pipe), our city electrical utility can tone it and will locate for free. Ah, the perks of being Mayor. Our city offers no such deal, as this would be a new set of runs. Or is it because I'm not the mayor? The city estimated about 2400 locates a year, with the preponderance in the summer - which makes sense - summer being home improvement time. Julie, will you be able to capitalize on an overbuild, or will you lay your own? Steve Scarbrough Technology Coordinator Storm Lake Community School District 712.732.8100 fax:8101 --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us/ -
RE: [info-tech] Need your feedback
Pager @ Pocahontas Area. From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom and Linda Huseman Sent: Monday, November 08, 2004 2:08 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [info-tech] Need your feedback What method or methodsdo your administrators keep in touch with you throughout the day...just email, regular phone, cell phone, pager, radio? Thanks for your input in advance. Linda Huseman Technology Director Alta Community School 101 W. 5th Alta, IA 51002
[info-tech] FW: [SPAM-06.89]- InfoWorld: Microsoft challenges penguin cuddliness with TechNet kindness
Title: mon_oliver Subscriber: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Update email address Manage your subscriptions ENTERPRISE WINDOWS: OLIVER RIST Monday, November 1, 2004 Microsoft challenges penguin cuddliness with TechNet kindness TechNet Virtual Lab gives IT a chance to learn and play in the server sandbox By OliverRist October 29, 2004 Baby back ribs. A nasty name when you think about it, but with meat falling off the bone, a pile of roasted potatoes, a friendly merlot, and the Patriots on TV setting a new record for undefeated ness, whos thinking about nastiness? I cant even remember the Seattle poopypants fiasco -- and on the slim chance shes reading: Please never say that word again. With a BBQ-sauce-and-wine cocktail slowly congealing in my goatee and the Pats crushing the opposition off to my left, Ive established a sanctuary of safety, a cloud of calm, a haven of never mind. Point is, anxiety has taken a backseat to personal comfort. NEWSLETTER SPONSOR Techs, I dont know how many receive this newsletter but if youre using Microsoft server products, you may want to check this out. George From: Enterprise Windows [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, November 01, 2004 2:53 PM To: George Tuttle Subject: [SPAM-06.89]- InfoWorld: Microsoft challenges penguin cuddliness with TechNet kindness White Paper: Converged Services Spell Relief Discover why technical decision makers are turning to IP telephony and VPNs to increase worker productivity while keeping an eye on the bottom line. http://www.infoworld.com/2152 And yes, theres a Redmond segue here, although as usual, its somewhat tenuous. In case the never-ending spew of server products from the poopy-oriented Northwest has on occasion become too much for you, I strongly advise checking out the TechNet Virtual Lab. Need to get your mental fingers deep into the guts of a new Microsoft server product? Cant afford a test lab or all the configuration time required to set up software with which youve got little experience? TechNet Virtual Lab to the rescue. And no need to purchase TechNet membership either; just fill out some user registration information -- and, Microsoft, you could use some work on this script -- and youre ready to download any of eight different server modules. Each module comes not only with evaluation software but with full documentation presented in what amounts to lesson plan format. The combination allows users to play with these servers in a sandbox environment on a connected or stand-alone machine without the need to dedicate hardware to your learning curve. Sure, downloads take some time, and the lesson plan does have a bit of the Microsoft moonie atmosphere about it, but for anyone not familiar with the software in question, Virtual Lab's value is unquestionable. The bad news is, Microsoft stopped at only eight modules. Wheres Commerce Server, CRM, Storage Server, or Live Communications Server? Guys like me love the MOM (Microsoft Operations Manager), ISA (Internet Security and Acceleration) Server, and similar
RE: [info-tech] Works problem
Email me the file and I'll convert it and send it back. Tim is a little disgusted with you for buying those 3 free speeding tickets on EBay. He wants to know what bidding program you're using. George PS. If you look at the fine print on those free speeding tickets, it says Fines Double in Construction Zone Not Free Speeding Zone -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of JON W HUESER Sent: Monday, October 18, 2004 11:41 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [info-tech] Works problem I need help from someone that can get a database made in works to come up in access or excel. It is our alumni database, the person who did this has died and her computer died this summer (hard drive). Luckily I found the disk with the database on it but since we are only running Office, I can't get it to come up. The document is saved as a .wdb file. Anyone with a windows based machine that can help me would be appreciated. I will give you three free Pocahontas speeding ticket passes for this! Thanks, Jon W. Hueser Comp/Tech. Coord. East Greene Comm. Schools 405 12th Str. South Box 377 Grand Junction, IA 50107 Phone: 515-738-2411 ext. 241 Fax: 515-738-5719 Website: www.east-greene.k12.ia.us Sent via the WebMail system at eg-main.east-greene.k12.ia.us ** The contents of this email and any attachments are confidential. It is intended for the named recipient(s) only. If you have received this email in error please notify the system manager or the sender immediately and do not disclose the contents to any one or make copies. ** eSafe scanned this email for viruses, vandals and malicious content ** ** --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/[EMAIL PROTECTED]/ - --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/[EMAIL PROTECTED]/ -
RE: [info-tech] students and email
Pocahontas Area Community No email accounts for students No access to outside email accounts from school computers We never allowed either and have not had to take it away. I can see issues if you had it and then took it away. George From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Pendry, Charlton Sent: Thursday, October 07, 2004 11:07 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [info-tech] students and email Would like to know from you this fall Do you: 1. Issue email accounts to students? 2. Give students access to their personal hotmail accounts from school? Ill send out these results. Thanks, C. Charlton Pendry Director of Technology and Library Media Services Fort Dodge Community Schools 104 S. 17th St. Fort Dodge, IA 50501 Voice: (515) 574-5668 FAX: (515) 574-5324 [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [info-tech] Tablet PC software
Thanks, John. George - Original Message - From: Kidney, John [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, May 12, 2004 6:49 PM Subject: [info-tech] Tablet PC software If you have a tablet PC, Check this out. -- http://www.tabletpcpost.com http://www.tabletpcpost.com Tablet PC users now have a central location to preview and download software designed specifically for their tablet PCs. Dedicated to increasing awareness of tablet PCs, TabletPCPost.com provides a comprehensive catalogue of entertainment, general business, education and industry-specific tablet PC applications. Visitors to the site can also participate actively by posting comments about their own experiences and voting for their favorite products. With more than 7,000 files available for download on the site, visitors have lots of tablet PC-related content to choose from. Categories such as Books, Games and Entertainment, and Product Reviews make it easy to find the right type of content quickly and easily. Nf - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/[EMAIL PROTECTED]/ -
[info-tech] summer calender
Techs, Each year I put out a tech calender for scheduling all of our networking changes and updates during the summer. Attached in an excel spreadsheet is this years. George 2004 Tech Calender.xls Description: MS-Excel spreadsheet
[info-tech] Schools interested in digital projector quantity purchase
Techs, Sorry about the late notice but I now have in my possession an INFOCUS X2 and an OPTOMA 732 projector but need to send them down the road tomorrow afternoon. There are pros and cons for both of them. I'm going to schedule a noon meeting tomorrow (Tuesday) at the Pizza Ranch in downtown Pocahontas for anyone that can make it. I realize that its a short notice but I just got them in today and need to send them on tomorrow. I also need to make a decision because we would like to get ours ordered asap. Anyone is welcome. Both projectors are priced at around $900. They both are DLP, the X2 1500 lumens and the 732 is 1400 lumens. You don't need to rsvp because I'll go to the Pizza Ranch at noon and if anyone shows up I'll have company for dinner, if not, I'll have a nice quiet meal by myself. BTW, we're talking a group bid on about 100 projectors. Thanks, George
Re: [info-tech] Schools interested in digital projector quantity purchase[Scanned]
John After lunch we will move to another location for a demo of both units. The Optoma is from Ricks, the X2 is not. I'm equally interested in both projectors. George - Original Message - From: Kidney, John To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, April 26, 2004 3:59 PM Subject: RE: [info-tech] Schools interested in digital projector quantity purchase[Scanned] Will we have a chance to see the projectors setup and running? Which projector are you more interested in? Are they both from Ricks? John Kidney -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of George TuttleSent: Monday, April 26, 2004 3:15 PMTo: Tech-CordSubject: [info-tech] Schools interested in digital projector quantity purchase[Scanned] Techs, Sorry about the late notice but I now have in my possession an INFOCUS X2 and an OPTOMA 732 projector but need to send them down the road tomorrow afternoon. There are pros and cons for both of them. I'm going to schedule a noon meeting tomorrow (Tuesday) at the Pizza Ranch in downtown Pocahontas for anyone that can make it. I realize that its a short notice but I just got them in today and need to send them on tomorrow. I also need to make a decision because we would like to get ours ordered asap. Anyone is welcome. Both projectors are priced at around $900. They both are DLP, the X2 1500 lumens and the 732 is 1400 lumens. You don't need to rsvp because I'll go to the Pizza Ranch at noon and if anyone shows up I'll have company for dinner, if not, I'll have a nice quiet meal by myself. BTW, we're talking a group bid on about 100 projectors. Thanks, George
Re: [info-tech] One more question :)
Got a great bid through Heartland. - Original Message - From: JON W HUESER [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, April 20, 2004 3:53 PM Subject: [info-tech] One more question :) Have you gotten a bid for X-stop. I haven't received anything and was wondering if you have. If you did was it thru Heartland or someone else? -- Thanks, Jon W. Hueser Comp/Tech. Coord. East Greene Comm. Schools 405 12th Str. South Box 377 Grand Junction, IA 50107 Phone: 515-738-2411 ext. 241 Fax: 515-738-5719 Website: www.east-greene.k12.ia.us -- The content of this email and any attachments are confidential and intended for the named recipient(s) only. If you have received this email in error please notify the sender immediately. Do not disclose the content of this message or make copies. --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/[EMAIL PROTECTED]/ - --- [This E-mail Scanned For Viruses By Declude Virus Scanner] [This E-mail Scanned For Spam By Declude JunkMail] --- [This E-mail Scanned For Viruses By Declude Virus Scanner] [This E-mail Scanned For Spam By Declude JunkMail] --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/[EMAIL PROTECTED]/ -
Re: [info-tech] OCR converter
Scansoft makes a good PDF to WORD converter for $39.95 - Original Message - From: JON W HUESER [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Tech Cord. [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, February 25, 2004 3:57 PM Subject: [info-tech] OCR converter We have a Ricoh copier which will do high speed document scanning. The problem is that it comes out as a PDF file and we can't edit the document. If your scanner can save as a TIFF document or you have a high speed document scanner, this software is free and it will convert your scanned documents into a word document. I had been searching and I have tried some, but this is working best for us. I got quotes for OCR converters for our Ricoh from $250 to $3100 but this free one has worked better than all of the ones we tried. http://www.simpleocr.com/info.asp -- Thanks, Jon W. Hueser Comp/Tech. Coord. East Greene Comm. Schools 405 12th Str. South Box 377 Grand Junction, IA 50107 Phone: 515-738-2411 ext. 241 Fax: 515-738-5719 Website: www.east-greene.k12.ia.us -- The content of this email and any attachments are confidential and intended for the named recipient(s) only. If you have received this email in error please notify the sender immediately. Do not disclose the content of this message or make copies. --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/[EMAIL PROTECTED]/ - --- [This E-mail Scanned For Viruses By Declude Virus Scanner] [This E-mail Scanned For Spam By Declude JunkMail] --- [This E-mail Scanned For Viruses By Declude Virus Scanner] [This E-mail Scanned For Spam By Declude JunkMail] --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/[EMAIL PROTECTED]/ -
[info-tech] wireless
The engineers just called from LeMars and are turning back. The wireless seminar is POSTPHONED!!! to be rescheduled later George
Re: [info-tech] tech coordinators meeting
I can't power a projector by batteries so the power strip will be plugged into the wall in case the battery fails. Our board is technologically aware enough to know about tabletpc batteries. They are also aware education isn't free and they are willing to make a financial commitment when they are convinced of the value of the investment. Steve commented yesterday that he thought Apple was developing a tabletMAC. George Tuttle Technology Consultant - Original Message - From: Lori Darrow [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, January 16, 2004 12:40 PM Subject: Re: [info-tech] tech coordinators meeting What about the cost and life of the batteries? I think that is a huge issue that gets avoided when proposing laptops of anykind. Did you include that in your proposal to the board? Lori Darrow buiding tech Storm Lake Middle School --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/[EMAIL PROTECTED]/ - --- [This E-mail Scanned For Viruses By Declude Virus Scanner] [This E-mail Scanned For Spam By Declude JunkMail] --- [This E-mail Scanned For Viruses By Declude Virus Scanner] [This E-mail Scanned For Spam By Declude JunkMail] --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/[EMAIL PROTECTED]/ -
Re: [info-tech] tablet PC's
Same price as a similarly equipped laptop but much more functional in an educational setting. When we get them and the training completed, we'd be glad to show you how they work just in case Apple decides to make one. Rick Maehl set in on the demo to our school board last night and could give you an unbiased opinion on the tablet's functionality. George - Original Message - From: Lance Lennon [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, January 13, 2004 7:56 AM Subject: Re: [info-tech] tablet PC's Tablet PC's ...HM The only real argument that I have heard vocalized for the purchasing of tablets in the school settings came from one of the special education staffers last year when the AEA had vendors show their wares in case there was funding to purchase new machines for the staff. She claimed that in tablet position, it would be unintrusive when talking to parents or students, much like a legal pad for note taking, yet you would still have access to all your computer apps like a laptop, without the divider of the screen. I thought that made great sense, but if that is the only reason, then I really do not feel it justifies the cost difference, but then again Pocahontas has money to burn right George. How about sending some my way. I guess I do not have to worry about the tablet question until Apple decides to make one. -- Lance L. Lennon District Technology Director Eagle grove Community School District 515-448-5143 --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/[EMAIL PROTECTED]/ - --- [This E-mail Scanned For Viruses By Declude Virus Scanner] [This E-mail Scanned For Spam By Declude JunkMail] --- [This E-mail Scanned For Viruses By Declude Virus Scanner] [This E-mail Scanned For Spam By Declude JunkMail] --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/[EMAIL PROTECTED]/ -
[info-tech] Post Calendar
Techs; I now have a server outside of my network running PostNukem and Postcalendar for you to try out. Its the best online calendar I've ever seen. It uses WAMP(Windows, Apache, MySql, PHP). Relatively Easy to set up. Postcalendar runs as a module in Postnukem. Postnukemis a great way to run a school web site by itself but add postcalendar and WOW!! The URL is http://206.72.43.57/postnuke/html You will see a calendar in the middle that will be empty until you or someone else adds categories and events. On the right side towards the bottom is a place for you to sign in with full management rights to postnukem and postcalendar. The user name is admin and the password is aea3+5 Then you can add categories and events to the calendar by clicking on submit at the bottom of the calendar. You can also click on Administration on the left side to see all of the stuff in PostNukem. You can change lots of stuff. All I ask is that this is a PG site so keep it clean. If you really mess things up or you see that the site is really messed up, send me an email and I will reset it back to original so you can start playing again. Ifa number of people areinterested, I would host a workshop where you would bring a machine running Windows XP Pro and we would go through adding all of the pieces to get postnukem and postcalendar working. BTW, some places have paid big bucks to get a site like this set up. All of the software is free to download. The management of the website is the real strong point of Postnukem and the ability to sort events by categories is the real strength of Postcalendar. Have fun. George
[info-tech] tablet pc's
Techs, We're considering adopting tablet pc's for all of our staff. The model we are looking at is the Gateway 275E. I went to Sioux City for a demo last year and thought that tablets made a lot of sense but the price was around $3000 which didn't make a lot of sense.Now the price is about half of that. The 275 is a laptop that swings around and becomes a tablet also. Anyone else looked at tablet pc's? Any gotcha's ?? George
[info-tech] WAMP
Techs, Anyone using WAMP?? Stands for Windows, Apache webserver, MySql database, and PHP scripting language. Apache, MySql, and PHP are normally in the realm of linux or unix. I installedtheir windows versionson an XP pro machine along with a free website management program called postnuke. Also, has anyone worked with postnuke. They are awesome and deserve a better look. Hate to re-invent the wheel, so if anyone has used any of these, I would appreciate some feedback before I invest a lot of time (very little money) in pursuing them any farther. George BTW The radars are in place but I haven't received any license numbers.
Re: [info-tech] Computer Programming
Jackie, I taught programming for many years and tried different langauges and always came back to QBasic. It gives the user all of the basic constructs that apply to all languages without a lot of clutter. It can be found in the oldmsdos folder on Win9x and ME installation cdroms. Be sure to copy over the QBasic help file. Students can be writing programs the first day yet is powerful enough to use for anything else. There is a lot to learn in Visual Basic that has nothing to do with programming but just to make things look nice. If you're interested, I think I stll have most of the stuff I used for teaching QBasic. Students will also need to learn some MS-Dos which will be invaluable to them in the future. George - Original Message - From: Jackie Fonley [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, December 01, 2003 9:46 AM Subject: [info-tech] Computer Programming OK, I have just been informed we are offering Computer Programming next semester (mid Jan), and that I am the lucky one who gets to teach it. So, what I need to know is What do I need? . . . . I have had recommendations to go with Visual Basic(?). I am looking for textbooks needed, software possibly--any information at all would be helpful. Thanks in advance to anyone with any information! -Jackie Fonley --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by the algona.k12.ia.us server.] --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/[EMAIL PROTECTED]/ - --- [This E-mail Scanned For Viruses By Declude Virus Scanner] [This E-mail Scanned For Spam By Declude JunkMail] --- [This E-mail Scanned For Viruses By Declude Virus Scanner] [This E-mail Scanned For Spam By Declude JunkMail] --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] - Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/[EMAIL PROTECTED]/ -
[info-tech] Fw: Technology Business Daily Scoop - November 24, 2003
Title: TECHNOLOGY & BUSINESS DAILY SCOOP http://www.infoworld.com Several items of interest for techs: anti-spamming legislation and linux to the desktop George - Original Message - From: Technology Business Daily Scoop To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, November 24, 2003 12:52 PM Subject: Technology Business Daily Scoop - November 24, 2003 Subscriber: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Update email address Manage your subscriptions TECHNOLOGY BUSINESS DAILY SCOOP Monday, November 24, 2003 TOP STORIESDebian project servers hackedInterview: webMethods CEO eyes Web services innovationEuropean company builds translator into MS OfficeUS House overwhelmingly passes anti-spam billVeritas taps Cisco for network-based storageMajor vendors to push Linux to the desktopNEWSLETTER SPONSOR Find out if your employee's salaries are competitive!Dear Reader,The 2004 Robert Half Technology Salary Guide is the definitivesource of information for salaries of IT professionals, and canhelp you stay competitive in the hiring environment. Thisresource includes salaries for more than 60 IT job titles,information on skills in demand and employment trends.Better equip yourself to recruit and retain highly skilled ITprofessionals, Get your FREE copy of the salary guide today!http://www.infoworld.com/617 Debian project servers hackedPostedNovember 24,9:31 a.m.Pacific TimeServers belonging to the open source Debian Project, which makes a version of the Linux operating system, were hacked last week, according to statements posted by project organizers on the group's Web page and to a European CERT (Computer Emergency Response Team) Web site on Friday. READ MOREInterview: webMethods CEO eyes Web services innovationPostedNovember 24,9:00 a.m.Pacific TimeIntegration vendors such as webMethods are constantly attempting to simplify application integration technologies. According to Philip Merrick, chairman and CEO at webMethods, the next round of innovation in the integration space will come from leveraging Web services standards to improve workflow and business processes. READ MOREEuropean company builds translator into MS OfficePostedNovember 24,8:31 a.m.Pacific TimeSDL International PLC Monday launched a translation toolbar for Microsoft Corp.'s Office and Outlook software. READ MOREUS House overwhelmingly passes anti-spam billPostedNovember 24,6:32 a.m.Pacific TimeThe U.S. Congress moved a step closer to passing its first law regulating unsolicited commercial e-mail -- or spam -- on Saturday when the U.S. House of Representatives approved a bill that seeks to impose fines on those sending spam. READ MOREVeritas taps Cisco for network-based storagePostedNovember 24,6:00 a.m.Pacific TimeSoftware developer Veritas introduced storage management software today that runs on top of Ciscos family of intelligent storage switches and directors a telling indication of growing enterprise interest in network-based storage management offerings. READ MOREMajor vendors to push Linux to the desktopPostedNovember 24,6:00 a.m.Pacific TimeNext year just may be the year that desktop Linux emerges as a viable alternative to Windows. READ MORE UnsubscribeAdvertisePrivacy PolicyCopyright 2003 InfoWorld If you would prefer newsletters in text format, click here--- [This E-mail Scanned For Viruses By Declude Virus Scanner] [This E-mail Scanned For Spam By Declude JunkMail]
