RE: [info-tech] Provisioning wireless

2010-11-17 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
We have three networks on our official wireless system: Internal Secure Network - For District equipment only, using WPA Public Unsecured Network - Filtered currently at our student level using OpenDNS, completely wide open Training Network -

RE: [info-tech] Skype

2010-11-12 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
We have several people using Skype, and have really had no issues, other than a dropped call here and there and some bad video once in a while. In fact, we are teaching a class over it to 5 kids somewhere on the east side of the state. No real big problems. Definitely a program that we could

RE: [info-tech] mobile cart

2010-10-27 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
I have some older Bretford carts that I would probably be willing to part with. But, they do have a cable nightmare. If you are looking for a complete solution using PC netbooks, I would highly recommend the Dell 2110 and their cart. Netbooks slide into the cart, no cables to mess with.

RE: [info-tech] Skills Iowa Lightspeed

2010-10-21 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
We had seen some ip addresses being blocked, but once we got that allowed everything seemed to be fine. At least I havent heard otherwise. Jeremy Sent from my Windows MobileĀ® phone. From: Murray Gafkjen mgafk...@clay-everly.k12.ia.us Sent: Thursday, October 21,

[info-tech] Deploying Office 2010...

2010-10-19 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Good morning- Wanted to share some information from one of my e-mail rags I get. Here are some Microsoft tips for deploying Office 2010. I haven't used them, so I can't be a reference, but wanted to share. Have a great day!!! Jeremy () TechNet Magazine Auto Deploy

RE: [info-tech] Quick Survey - Student Accounts

2010-10-07 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Here you go!!! Jeremy 1. What is your procedure when a student forgets their logon password? Who handles this request? - Teacher Librarians and the building secretaries have access to an excel spreadsheet with that data in it. 2. Do you maintain a list of student passwords,

RE: [info-tech] Student Health

2010-09-24 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
We quit using Student Health Manager when we went to Infinite Campus. Our nurses really liked that program, but we did not see the need to maintain two systems. They are now doing most of their things inside of Campus. Have a great weekend!!! Jeremy -Original Message- From:

RE: [info-tech] Library Software

2010-09-23 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
We also went with the AEA Beacon Project. Jeremy From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Richardson,Tony Sent: Thursday, September 23, 2010 4:54 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] Library

RE: [info-tech] AUP Violations

2010-09-15 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Chris- Principals handle those situations however they see fit. Some yank their Internet access, some the entire computer access. But, being in a 1:1 school that is almost not an option. I do remember Tim at Newell-Fonda talking about parents being real involved if students lose

[info-tech] District Technology Evaluation...

2010-09-10 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Everyone- Hope everyone is have a great Friday!!! Looking for some suggestions that I am not sure where to start. Our new Superintendent used some outside people to come in and evaluate where his previous District was at in regards to technology. What we have for

RE: [info-tech] Point2Point Wireless

2010-08-25 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
We have Linksys WAP54G's connecting from our high school to the stadium. There is a mode that can be configured to make it very secure, and it just works. I would say it is going about half a mile or so, and just keeps on working. I am pretty surprised for the little bit of cost we have in

[info-tech] Windows Demo Software...

2010-08-25 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Good evening- We have used Vision (originally from Altiris, most recently from Geneva Logic) in our computer labs to demo out to the screens of the rest of the lab. It also allows the teacher to monitor all of the lab computers from the teacher computers. We always seem to have issues

RE: [info-tech] BIG TVs

2010-08-24 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
We have been buying $900 - $1000 Toshiba LCDs from CDW-G. They work great. When you buy the mount, make sure you get the security screws, as we had a tv that didn't last 24 hours before it was tired and walked away!!! Jeremy ___ Jeremy Pearson

RE: [info-tech] spectrum library software

2010-08-06 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
It's been a long time since we have run it. Webster City and Jefferson I believe have just moved from it. Jeremy From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Brad Kruse Sent: Friday, August 06, 2010 8:04 AM To:

RE: [info-tech] graphics tablets

2010-06-30 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
strength for our nation. - John F. Kennedy Most people run a race to see who is fastest. I run a race to see who has the most guts. ~Steve Prefontaine From: Pearson, Jeremy jpear...@fort-dodge.k12.ia.us Sent: Tuesday, June 29, 2010 3:42 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12

RE: [info-tech] graphics tablets

2010-06-30 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
The Mobi's are very nice tablets, and offer a little better software than the Qomos. We had already started purchasing the Qomos, and just continued down the path. ___ Jeremy Pearson Supervisor of Information Technology Fort Dodge Community

RE: [info-tech] graphics tablets

2010-06-29 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
We are using the Qomo QIT-30 tablets everywhere. Our teachers love them. Jeremy ___ Jeremy Pearson Supervisor of Information Technology Fort Dodge Community School District 104 South 17th Street Fort Dodge, Iowa 50501

RE: [info-tech] EASIER/BEDS

2010-06-04 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
We have a gal basically focused on our SIS does all of this for the District. She does the uploads, but we still rely on building secretaries and principals to keep that data up to data and verify it. Jeremy -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us

RE: [info-tech] Projectors

2010-06-03 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
We have always put a pair of 3-piece Cyber Acoustic speakers in the rooms. We started using ceiling mount speakers with an external amplifier, but cost kept us from continue down that path. Jeremy From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us

RE: [info-tech] Cellphones

2010-06-03 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Karl- Our District provides a cell phone for those that can justify it. If the user wants anything but a free phone, the cover that cost. All other services are blocked. Should the user want text, data or anything else, the phone user can pay for those as well. We have a few

RE: [info-tech] Intangible Asset Policy

2010-05-27 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Karl- This is news to me. Did you have a webpage that talks about it, or where are you getting the information? We don't have anything like that, as far as I know. Sorry. Jeremy -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us

RE: [info-tech] Intangible Asset Policy

2010-05-27 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
From what Jackie stated, and you said again Karl, that to me sounds like if we have built software to do something, that is what they are referring to. Our Business Manager is in Europe right now, and I don't think really cares so much. I think he is also hoping for another volcano eruption, so

RE: [info-tech] Microsoft software

2010-05-10 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
We are listing the main ones, and saying we will continue to be on the lookout for additional software to help us achieve our goals. Jeremy -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Jackie Fonley Sent: Monday, May 10,

RE: [info-tech] MS Settlement

2010-05-10 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Management and tech support of all of those people using the computers to fulfill the goals of your project!!! From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Lance Lennon Sent: Monday, May 10, 2010 11:08 AM To:

RE: [info-tech] MS $$

2010-05-07 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
You must think they are listening or something? Lance Lennon Eagle Grove Tech Genius (In case they are listening!!!) From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of JON HUESER Sent: Friday, May 07, 2010

RE: [info-tech] MS Settle question one for the day

2010-05-07 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
I haven't heard of the 10% IT Services or equipment. When was that thrown in there? From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Karl Hehr Sent: Friday, May 07, 2010 10:24 AM To: Info-Tech Subject:

RE: [info-tech] MS $$

2010-05-07 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
I have budgeted for what I know, and put everything else into the other column. For the leftover money, I have divided that up over the remaining three years and placed it in the other column. I haven't got it approved yet, but that is how I'm submitting for my first attempt. Jeremy

RE: [info-tech] MS Settlement.. what else

2010-05-06 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
That is a peripheral attached to your computer, so you should be home free using your GPV. Jeremy -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Karl Hehr Sent: Thursday, May 06, 2010 11:01 AM To: Info-Tech Subject:

RE: [info-tech] Fw: Microsoft Settlement Timeline Reminder

2010-05-04 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
I have always heard the May 11th date. Jeremy From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Jackie Fonley Sent: Tuesday, May 04, 2010 8:57 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: Re: [info-tech] Fw:

RE: [info-tech] Fw: Microsoft Settlement Timeline Reminder

2010-05-04 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
thought May 11th, referencing information from the ICN sessions. Has anyone noticed that data submitted to the EdInfo site had been deleted or at least was missing? Pearson, Jeremy wrote: I have always heard the May 11^th date. Jeremy

RE: [info-tech] Microsoft $$

2010-04-23 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Yes, share and share alike. If I had any of mine done, I would be happy to post them!!! Have a great weekend!!! Jeremy -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Karl Hehr Sent: Friday, April 23, 2010 10:14 AM To:

RE: [info-tech] Microsoft $$

2010-04-23 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
I second Murph's thinking. -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Murphy, Mark Sent: Friday, April 23, 2010 10:32 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Microsoft $$ That is my understanding of how

RE: [info-tech] Lightspeed 8.0

2010-03-25 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Upgrade went well, and we don't seem to have any issues. Take good notes on everything under Properties - Content Filter - Authentication Settings and Properties - Content Filter - Properties. Those settings seem to be set back to default. As always, make sure you perform their backup

RE: [info-tech] Lightspeed 8.0

2010-03-25 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
.ia.us] On Behalf Of Pearson, Jeremy Sent: Thursday, March 25, 2010 8:13 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Lightspeed 8.0 Upgrade went well, and we don't seem to have any issues. Take good notes on everything under Properties - Content Filter - Authentication Settings

RE: [info-tech] Wireless

2010-03-25 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
To my understanding, the HP stuff is in limbo, since they just purchased a new company for their wireless stuff. They have discontinued the ProCurve wireless blades, at least for the 53xx and 54xx switches. Not sure where there solution is heading. Just my very limited knowledge, though.

RE: [info-tech] rschool

2010-03-18 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Our AD uses it for the conference scheduling, but it is not integrated into our website yet. When we get our site redesigned, we are hoping to get rSchool to talk with our website via RSS. Jeremy From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us

RE: [info-tech] rschool

2010-03-18 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
-18 at 14:10 -0500, Pearson, Jeremy wrote: Our AD uses it for the conference scheduling, but it is not integrated into our website yet. When we get our site redesigned, we are hoping to get rSchool to talk with our website via RSS. Jeremy

RE: [info-tech] Adobe Software

2010-03-09 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
I have been getting our from the IEC Vendor, which is now Academic Superstore. http://www.iec-ia.org/vnews/display.v/ART/4ab39c8dcb7a0 Last year the high school bought a 500 user site license of Adobe Design Premium, which allowed us to (or the ability to) install on every computer over

RE: [info-tech] Adobe Software

2010-03-09 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
.(_Y_.)' ._ ) `._ `. ``-..-' Manson, IA 50563_..`--'_..-_/ /--'_.' ,' 712-469-2245 (li),' ((!.-' Cell: 712-830-9665 Fax 712-469-3131 Pearson, Jeremy jpear...@fort-dodge.k12.ia.us 3/9/2010 1:42 PM I have been getting our from the IEC Vendor, which is now Academic Superstore

RE: [info-tech] Watchguard

2010-03-09 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Yeah, I have Jackie flagged as questionable too. Gotta watch out for her!!! From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Frerichs, Chad Sent: Tuesday, March 09, 2010 1:54 PM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject:

RE: [info-tech] Adobe Software

2010-03-09 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Pearson, Jeremy jpear...@fort-dodge.k12.ia.us 3/9/2010 1:42 PM I have been getting our from the IEC Vendor, which is now Academic Superstore. http://www.iec-ia.org/vnews/display.v/ART/4ab39c8dcb7a0 Last year the high school bought a 500 user site license of Adobe Design Premium, which

RE: [info-tech] MS Settlement

2010-02-19 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
At the high school level, aren't they only suggesting IEOC. I know you can't use ITEDs for anyting at the high school level. Jeremy -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Jackie Fonley Sent: Friday, February 19,

RE: [info-tech] Same Questions, different year...

2010-02-05 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Thanks John. Have a great weekend!!! From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] Sent: Thursday, February 04, 2010 7:11 PM To: Pearson, Jeremy Subject: RE: [info-tech] Same Questions, different year... See notes

[info-tech] Same Questions, different year...

2010-02-04 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Everyone- I have a few questions I would like to pose to the group for input. 1 - At what grade do you start giving students Internet access? Our elementaries would like to not have to log in to computers as special internet accounts, they just want the Internet to

RE: [info-tech] [Superintendents] Microsoft Settlement and E2T2 Grant Meeting

2010-02-02 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
] On Behalf Of Pearson, Jeremy Sent: Tuesday, February 02, 2010 8:27 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] FW: [Superintendents] Microsoft Settlement and E2T2 Grant Meeting Good morning- This was sent to superintendents. I thought I would pass it along in case they hadn't

RE: [info-tech] Board Policies online

2010-02-02 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Dan- Our's are similar to Chad's, although we do it the old fashioned way with Frontpage. New website coming July 1, though. Here is our current version: http://www.fort-dodge.k12.ia.us/documents/board/policies_procedures.htm Enjoy!!! Jeremy -Original

RE: [info-tech] DVD Duplicator

2009-12-17 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Keith- Our coaches have been using an older version of this one for several years now: http://www.cdwg.com/shop/products/default.aspx?EDC=1728274 Happy holidays!!! Jeremy From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us

RE: [info-tech] Skype and boardrooms

2009-12-16 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Chad- West Des Moines talked about using the Lumens Flex Cams (the red ladybug as our District now knows them by) as a Skype camera. Can't vouch for it, and don't know about the microphone idea either. But, it is on my list of things to check out. Jeremy

RE: [info-tech] school alerts?

2009-12-07 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
I was just able to get to the website. We have blasted some athletic information from there this year, but nothing lately. Jeremy From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Brad Kruse Sent: Monday, December 07,

RE: [info-tech] LightSpeed / Internet Violations

2009-11-04 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Chris- If a student violated the AUP and have either their Internet access, or complete computer access taken away, they are in jeopardy of being removed from that class. Our students are told this up front, and they are well aware of those consequences. Jeremy

RE: [info-tech] MS lawsuit ICN meetings

2009-11-04 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Murray- I went to an ICN in early October, but I haven't seen anything about another one. Did you hear back? Did I miss something? Sorry I can't be of more help. Jeremy From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us

RE: [info-tech] MS lawsuit ICN meetings

2009-11-04 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
there are meeting on the 16,18,19 of November. He also mentioned he is waiting on a conference call concerning the final dollar count. Off to teacher development, gotta go, Murray From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Pearson, Jeremy

RE: [info-tech] Student Teachers and Laptops

2009-10-19 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
We give them a username and password to logon to any district computer with. Jeremy -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Karl Hehr Sent: Monday, October 19, 2009 12:36 PM To: Info-Tech Subject: [info-tech] Student

RE: [info-tech] Calendars

2009-10-14 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
All of our calendars are available to all of our staff with Exchange. Administrators are expected to keep them up to date and accurate. Jeremy -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Karl Hehr Sent: Wednesday, October

RE: [info-tech] Tech Support for Outside Endeavors

2009-10-01 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
We have been told by our Administration that we do not have to work on those personal issues. Conversations in passing are up to us, depending on the time we have available. We have had our staff bring in personal laptops to use in our ICN room, and we do not provide network connectivity to

RE: [info-tech] Photoshop Alternative

2009-09-18 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Not sure if you need to go for the full-blown feature set or not, but we load paint.net on our standard image, which gives you a lot of the Photoshop options. Jeremy From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of

RE: [info-tech] IPODS

2009-09-18 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
We have a few Nanos that have been given out to our TAG and Music programs. Haven't heard of any problems, but I cannot confirm their regular use either. Some of those Nano's have the Belkin recorder that enables them to create their podcasts. Seems to work pretty slick. We had an extra set so

[info-tech] New data transfer technology

2009-09-10 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Here is a great way to start the day. We all complain about slow Internet, so this may be something we might need to look into: http://ca.news.yahoo.com/s/reuters/090909/odds/odd_us_safrica_pigeon Have a great day everyone!!!

RE: [info-tech] Printers

2009-08-04 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Bud- Does that mean you are unhappy with the color quality? What is the cost of that printer? Thanks!!! Jeremy From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of

RE: [info-tech] PC Ipod recording

2009-07-21 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Paul- We have used Audacity, just like Chad in Okoboji. We have also purchased the microphones that directly connect to the iPod to allow to do voice recording right to the iPod, with nothing needed. Quality was great, and it worked pretty well. We had a couple of situations

[info-tech] Inspiration Alternatives...

2009-06-10 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Happy Summer!!! Anyone out there using an open-source alternative to Inspiration or Kidspiration? We have made the switch from KidPix to TuxPaint, and that has seem to go pretty well. Looking for an alternative to the Inspiration product, so if anyone has any suggestions, I would

RE: [info-tech] Inspiration Alternatives...

2009-06-10 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
very in-depth. Chad Frerichs Director of Technology Okoboji Community Schools Milford, IA 51351 From: Pearson, Jeremy [mailto:jpear...@fort-dodge.k12.ia.us] Sent: Wed 6/10/2009 9:06 AM To: AEA 8 Tech Cord's List Subject: [info-tech] Inspiration

RE: [info-tech] Kid Pix

2009-06-02 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
There is an OS X version, but not for the old classic os. Jeremy From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Frerichs, Chad Sent: Tuesday, June 02, 2009 9:41 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE:

RE: [info-tech] Mac Volume

2009-05-12 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Sorry Murray, haven't done that in a while either. We always just turned off the UAM folder and created our own shares once the Mac services were installed. Didn't care what Server did by itself. Jeremy From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us

RE: [info-tech] classroom wiring/multimedia

2009-05-06 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
We are doing the same as Karl in most cases. We run a VGA cable from a spot in the room to the projector, and rely on the AverMedia box to do all of the switching. From the looks of your picture, all of those cables run to the projector, and the projector is doing the switching. If you wanted

RE: [info-tech] classroom wiring/multimedia

2009-05-06 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Lately, we have been using good quality computer speakers, as they are cheaper than mounting speakers and amplifiers. Not as pretty, but functional and affordable. Jeremy -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Lance

RE: [info-tech] classroom wiring/multimedia

2009-05-06 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Cyber Acoustics CA 3550 - PC multimedia speaker system https://www.cdwg.com/shop/products/default.asp?EDC=569151%20%20%20%20%2 0%20%20%20%20 This is the latest model we have been using. We had a bunch of Altec Lansings before hand, so when we ran out, this was a similar product. All of our

RE: [info-tech]

2009-05-05 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
To me, it looks like the Moodle Template you are using. It looks horrible in IE, but looks fine in Firefox. Try using a different template. Jeremy From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Mitch

RE: [info-tech] Server Room TEmp sensors

2009-05-01 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
We are using a little product from Ravica, which has a probe available for Intermapper to allow charting and monitoring from within the same interface. http://www.ravica.com/products/sp2.php -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us

RE: [info-tech] Smarter Mail

2009-04-17 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Fort Dodge, all clients except Administrators and their secretaries use the Outlook Web Access. Administrators and their secretaries use the full-blown Outlook client in order to share calendar information, and access everyone else's calendars. That function does not work the greatest in the web

RE: [info-tech] Secondary Internet connection

2009-04-10 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Everyone- We are running a Sonicwall 3060 with enhanced firmware, and have had a secondary Internet connection for 3 or 4 years now. We currently have a 5MB Ethernet connection from the ICN, as well as a 5MB Ethernet connection from our local phone company. Other than Lance's note about

RE: [info-tech] Secondary Internet connection

2009-04-10 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
_..`--'_..-_/ /--'_.' ,' 712-469-3919 (li),' ((!.-' Fax 712-469-3131 Pearson, Jeremy jpear...@fort-dodge.k12.ia.us 4/10/2009 8:16 AM Everyone- We are running a Sonicwall 3060 with enhanced firmware, and have had a secondary Internet connection for 3 or 4 years now. We currently have a 5MB Ethernet connection

RE: [info-tech] Interactive Whiteboards, Document Cameras, etc.

2009-04-08 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
-547-2314 Fax:515-547-2213 and Boxholm Middle School Southeast Webster-Grandl 404 Walnut St. Boxholm, IA 50040 Phone 515-846-6214 Fax 515-846-6212 e-mail: a_bloomqu...@se-webster.k12.ia.us alternate e-mail: swebs...@lvcta.com On Apr 7, 2009, at 3:49 PM, Pearson

RE: [info-tech] Interactive Whiteboards, Document Cameras, etc.

2009-04-07 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Everyone- We have two of the NEC Interactive whiteboards that we do not plan on using. We have chosen the wireless tablets as our interactive piece, so we don't want to install these boards around the district. New they are $1000, and we would love to sell them for $500 each. We

RE: [info-tech]help before i got completely insane

2009-04-03 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
One thing that I always had some issues with on Vista with printers was when we turned off UAC. Some printers did not seem to install when UAC was off. If you turned it back on, and went through its UAC process, they would work fine. We only have about 4 Vista machines here, and they are all in

RE: [info-tech] Vulnerabilities

2009-04-03 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
We don't let our people know, as they would expect us to be around fixing it before their e-mail arrived. See you at the ICN, well I won't, but I will be there with you. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On

[info-tech] United Streaming...

2009-04-01 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Hello out there- Ok, so are people having problem with DE Streaming this morning, or are they just playing an April Fool's Joke on us here in FD? The videos to not seem to be playing for us. Just curious. Thanks. Jeremy

RE: [info-tech] United Streaming...

2009-04-01 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
[mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Pearson, Jeremy Sent: Wednesday, April 01, 2009 10:25 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] United Streaming... Hello out there- Ok, so are people having problem with DE Streaming this morning, or are they just playing

RE: [info-tech] United Streaming...

2009-04-01 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
] United Streaming... Streaming seems to be okay at CCE. Murray From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Pearson, Jeremy Sent: Wednesday, April 01, 2009 10:25 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech] United Streaming... Hello

RE: [info-tech] Projectors vs. LCD

2009-03-06 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
We believe in the projector idea. We have people that use that same argument as well, until you permanently mount them in the classroom and they are always connected to the computer. Once we have done that, the teacher's do not have to worry about connecting them or the setup. They just turn

[info-tech] More Microsoft Information...

2009-03-04 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
FYI from the School Leader Update. I thought I would pass along, as I haven't heard this yet. The link to the website is directly below, and then information on another ICN meeting. They are still stating that the application dates are April 15 to May 15, 2009.

RE: [info-tech] Open Office

2009-02-05 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Nope. We have tested a little, and are thinking about a move in the future. But nothing on any large scale, and not with anyone outside the technology department. Sorry. Jeremy From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On

RE: [info-tech] p!mp my cla$$room

2009-02-04 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
While I can see the coolness with flatscreens and the overlay, to me that is a limited size for showing an entire classroom. The more and more that I watch people use the smart board idea, or the overlay in this case, the more and more I like the interactive wireless tablets. Maybe I am missing

RE: [info-tech] MS Money

2009-01-30 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Murray- I received a packet in the mail for verification of all of that stuff. None of my Select licenses were in there, so I need to gather all of my invoices, even though they said originally we didn't have to, and send them up for evaluation. As for the operating system

RE: [info-tech] MS Money

2009-01-30 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
with the first application, never had verification. Mine is only for $8,000, but everything counts. Thanks for the info. Murray From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Pearson, Jeremy Sent: Friday, January 30, 2009 9:53 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12

RE: [info-tech] MS Money

2009-01-30 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
.ia.us] On Behalf Of Pearson, Jeremy Sent: Friday, January 30, 2009 9:53 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] MS Money Murray- I received a packet in the mail for verification of all of that stuff. None of my Select licenses were in there, so I need to gather

RE: [info-tech] Handling Internet

2009-01-29 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Tony- We are currently using our Sonicwall 3060 with Enhanced Firmware to provide load balancing between two 5 MB circuits from two different Internet providers. All works pretty well. My only complaint is that once you do have a failover (for whatever reason) the Sonicwall will

RE: [info-tech] Handling Internet

2009-01-29 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE: [info-tech] Handling Internet Assuming AEA is one vendor who is the other? From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Pearson, Jeremy Sent: Thursday, January 29, 2009 8:07 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE

RE: [info-tech] Handling Internet

2009-01-29 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Subject: RE: [info-tech] Handling Internet Thanks for your help. I will look into the Enhanced Sonicwall 3060 From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Pearson, Jeremy Sent: Thursday, January 29, 2009 8:28 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: RE

RE: [info-tech] Lightspeed

2009-01-29 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Count Fort Dodge in. Their solution is pretty sweet to allow students safe access to Google and YouTube videos. I am excited to get the new version installed. Jeremy From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On

RE: [info-tech] Lightspeed

2009-01-29 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
They do make a Mac Client, Lance. http://wiki.lightspeedsystems.com/display/KB/Mac+Security+Agent+%28MSA%2 9+-+Q20085 -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Lance Lennon Sent: Thursday, January 29, 2009 1:37

RE: [info-tech] selling used computers

2009-01-20 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Bill- The last time we did this, we formatted the computers, and put the system restore disk back in and let it do its thing. That was good enough for us. Jeremy -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Bill

RE: [info-tech] Fiber?

2009-01-19 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
The phone company here has used both Schoon's and New Tech Construction, who I believe is Omaha or something. We have worked with both through the phone company. From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us [mailto:info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us] On Behalf Of Lance

RE: [info-tech] question from a teacher

2009-01-19 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Layne- We have given out this link: http://www.cnn.com/video/live/live_asx.html?stream=stream1 as it looks to be a live stream from CNN. If that doesn't work, we have a few teachers in for a surprise. Jeremy

[info-tech] Windows 7...

2009-01-14 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Happy Wednesday!!! Not sure who is all coming tomorrow, but I will bring a laptop loaded with Windows 7 to play with. Works pretty well in my quick playing. Anyway, I would be willing to bring my DVD is someone would like to make a copy. Just let me know. Stay

RE: [info-tech] SafeBoot Corruption

2009-01-13 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Karl- I found this, not sure if it helps. Sounds to me like a BIOS av or tracing program. Anyway, best of luck: http://www.technibble.com/forums/showthread.php?p=11623 Jeremy -Original Message- From: info-tech-ow...@aea8.k12.ia.us

[info-tech] Substitute Teacher Access...

2009-01-08 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Good afternoon- Curious what access everyone gives to substitute teachers? We currently only give accounts to long-term subs. If they are not, they do not get their own access. How does everyone out there handle the situation? Have a great evening!!! Jeremy

RE: [info-tech] software recommendation

2008-12-10 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
We are currently using Track-it to monitor our software and hardware, as well as the helpdesk side of it. The AEA is internally using that as well. We are also doing a little testing with SpiceWorks, which is free but does display some ads to cover the cost. I just looked at the one Lance sent

RE: [info-tech] Robocopy

2008-11-21 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
Looks pretty powerful, and you gotta like the cost!!! Missed that little utility. Thanks for sharing and have a great weekend!!! Jeremy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Richardson,Tony Sent: Friday, November 21, 2008

RE: [info-tech] using twitter

2008-11-04 Thread Pearson, Jeremy
We are using the Iowa School Alerts system as well. Free was the main reason we started there. Jeremy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bill Day Sent: Tuesday, November 04, 2008 10:38 AM To: info-tech@aea8.k12.ia.us Subject: [info-tech]

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