[OPLINTECH] Patrons and Flat Panel screens

[Jeff Franklin]

Hi all,

I wanted to pose a few questions.  Since Flat Panel screens are becoming
common in libraries, I wondered how libraries are handling patrons (or even
staff) touching the surface of these screens.  I have always been told not
to touch these screens.  But, looking at our CRT's, touching computer
monitor screens is very common.  We are in the process of replacing 20
computers, all the new ones have flat panels.  How are you handling the
situation?  Have you had any screens damaged because of people touching
them?

Thanks,

Jeff Franklin
Norwalk Public Library