Update Week

All the branches were visited last week for their software updates. The updates were small and went quickly. Those that had trouble using NASA WorldWind will find that it now works correctly. It was due partly to a permissions issue and also with trying to use the filtering/caching server to cache content.

The color laser printers were reconfigured to allow them to be remotely managed. Otherwise, the equipment have been solid.

Currently, we're waiting on confirmation from the FCC that we've gotten the funding for our Internet service. However, we still have one more piece of paperwork to file this week. In about a month, we should have an answer. Regardless, we will be installing T1s at all branch locations.

We're still going ahead with the PC and Print Management and Public wireless this summer. At the end of the month, I will be meeting with the librarians to (finally) present my findings and notes on the hardware and software we want to get.

After reviewing three vendors, we're going with SAM (Smart Access Manager) by Comprise Technologies. Originally, I was set on Envisionware, but after seeing Comprise's demo, I found SAM to be far better suited to a library environment.