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Bolch, Matt – Technology & Learning, 2009
Whether for an entire district, a single campus, or one classroom, allowing authorized access to a computer network can be fraught with challenges. The login process should be fairly seamless to approved users, giving them speedy access to approved Web sites, databases, and other sources of information. It also should be tough on unauthorized…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Access to Computers, Information Management, Information Technology
Branzburg, Jeffrey – Technology & Learning, 2007
In this article, the author relates how he discovered that not all Wi-Fi networks are secure. As such, he developed several strategies on how he can be secured whenever he connects to the Internet through a Wi-Fi connection. He discusses how one can change passwords, explains the process of encryption, and provides suggestions on other security…
Descriptors: Computer Security, Internet, Computer Peripherals, Telecommunications
Derringer, Pam – Technology & Learning, 2009
Despite the last few years' growth in awareness of open-source software in schools and the potential savings it represents, its widespread adoption is still hampered. Randy Orwin, technology director of the Bainbridge Island School District in Washington State and a strong open-source advocate, cautions that installing an open-source…
Descriptors: School Districts, Barriers, Costs, Educational Trends
Technology & Learning, 2008
This article presents a list of this year's best practices from America's classrooms. This list was compiled by the staff of the Tech&Learning magazine. These best practices include: (1) video programs produced by the Horry County in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina; (2) a gaming design course introduced at Phoebus High School, Hampton City Schools,…
Descriptors: Reading, Reading Programs, Genetics, School Districts
Houston, Melissa; Goggins, Patrick – Technology & Learning, 2008
It used to be much easier to get paid by the San Diego Unified School District (SDUSD). A lot easier, that is, if you didn't work there. Saddled with an antiquated computer system and manual, repetitive data entry of time cards, officials at California's second-largest school district discovered the payroll department was mistakenly issuing $1…
Descriptors: Management Systems, Employees, Computers, School Districts
Hoffman, Richard – Technology & Learning, 2007
Wireless connectivity in schools is all the rage, and many school systems have at least gotten their feet wet with a wireless lab or a few portable laptop carts. But Bijaya Devkota, the chief information officer of Charles County Public Schools, has done what many school systems only dream of--implemented universal wireless access throughout his…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Telecommunications, Computer Uses in Education, Public Schools
Technology & Learning, 2008
Anytime, anywhere, learning provides opportunities to create digital learning environments for new teaching styles and personalized learning. As part of making sure the program is effective, the safety and security of students and assets are essential--and mandated by law. The Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) addresses Internet content…
Descriptors: Internet, Safety, Federal Legislation, Computer Networks
Brooks-Young, Susan – Technology & Learning, 2006
Ongoing technical support is often under-funded in district budgets. Most rail far short of the Consortium for School Networking's (CoSN) recommended ratio of one technician for every 50 to 70 computers, or one technician for every 500 computers in a closely managed networked environment. Add to this the fact that teachers' needs for instructional…
Descriptors: Paraprofessional Personnel, Technology Planning, Computer Networks, Computers
Matt Villano – Technology & Learning, 2006
This article presents an interview with Jim Hirsch, an associate superintendent for technology at Plano Independent School District in Plano, Texas. Hirsch serves as a liaison for the open technologies committee of the Consortium for School Networking. In this interview, he shares his opinion on the significance of open source in K-12.
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Computer Networks, Interviews, Superintendents
Technology & Learning, 2007
A podcast is audio or visual content that is automatically delivered over a network via free subscription. The advantage podcasts have over traditional oral reports is that students can edit and revise until what they say and how they say it is perfected. iLife applications are ideal for creating podcasts and other digital projects because of…
Descriptors: Telecommunications, Student Projects, Computers, Computer Software