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Lab Upgrades:
In addition to installing new computers in all of our labs,
there have been specific improvements to selected labs. In the
Lehman Computer Center (LCC) new Dell Optiplex 260 desktops,
with flat panel monitors, have been installed allowing for more
space on the desks for students to work and maneuver. These
computers are equipped with CD-RW drives to allow burning data
onto a CD. This technology offers better portable storage medium
for students since it stores more data than floppy disks and
zip disks, is cheaper than zip disks, and is becoming the technology
of choice within the larger computing world. Don’t worry however,
during this technology transition, Lcc staff can assist you
with retrieving information from your zip drives. We have also
upgraded our Macintosh computers in the LCC to OS X, a more
stable operating system that very rarely crashes and works well
for most Macintosh computing programs with additional language
support.
In our 616 Computer Lab we now have TWO printers so that if
paper, toner or other problems occur with one printer, the second
printer will serve as a backup. This is the exact same set up
as the new Brooks lab (which can back up the Sulzberger Printer
as well).
On lab computers you may have noticed a new home page within
IE and Netscape full of important information. New additions
are the:
On Wednesday February 26th (mark your calendars) we are having
a one time INTERNET SECURITY EVENT in the Brooks Lab where all
of your computing questions and worries can be answered. During
this event you can bring in your laptop and desktop questions,
make an appointment with an RCA, or just get more information
and training about fixing and maintaining your own computer.
We will cover these tips on computing security:
Hope to see you there!