[OPLINLIST] laptops in libraries

[neeperro@oplin.org]

We have 9 laptops to circulate for inside library use only.
They (and mice) have barcodes, to allow checking them out.

They are stored in an easily reached, locked file cabinet located in the
office behind the CIRC area.

We also use them for certain classes.

Some items installed are:
Spybot, antivirus, Open Office, Legacy7 Genealogy, Adobe Reader, Java,
Flash,etc.
A printer driver pointing to a Dell B/W printer on the wired side of the
wireless network.
Deepfreeze to keep them pristine.

The printer is located in a central area.

As the wireless goes through IPcop/DansGuardian, no other CIPA S/W is used.
They do NOT 'see' the internal network.

The Library Use Policy  must be acknowledged (via ZoneCD) before the
internet will connect.

Patrons may also use their own laptops.
We have printer setup instructions on a web page.

Works well, for us.

R. W. (Bob) Neeper     Cell: (740)-407-3572
Community Library
44 Burrer Dr.
Sunbury, Oh 43074
Tel:  (740)-965-3901

> Looking for some advice regarding library-owned laptops.  We will be
> receiving 6 laptops thru ConnectOhio and wonder how other libraries
> utilize
> them.  Do you keep them behind the desk and "check" them out to patrons,
> for
> in-library use only?  Did you load filtering software?  How do you handle
> printing needs?  Would it be better to have them at a designated "laptop
> station?"  Did you implement any security measures to prevent theft?
> Thanks in advance
>
> Laura Thorne
> Director
> Jackson City Library
>
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