article thumbnail

Working with Limited Internet Access

Tech Soup

The user who started the discussion has only mobile broadband access, so he was trying to keep his costs down. But I think a lot of the recommendations would be equally useful for people with dial-up Internet access or other slower connections. Similarly, Flashblock lets you choose when to load Flash elements.

article thumbnail

Setting Up Windows MultiPoint Server

Tech Soup

Windows MultiPoint Server allows non-technical users to set up a multi-user computing environment, such as a classroom, computer lab, or public access stations, all without the support of dedicated IT staff. Download the MultiPoint Server installation file and burn it to a CD or DVD or save it to a flash drive. Learn More.

professionals

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Computer Technologies Program in Berkeley: Windows MultiPoint Server Case Study

Tech Soup

teamed up to supply Computer Technologies Program with everything they would need to set up a bank of MultiPoint Server-based public access computers. Windows MultiPoint Server Premium 2011 licensing. When I mentioned that we found that Flash-heavy websites sometimes bogged down the system, our testers were immediately on it.

article thumbnail

YMCA of Greater Seattle: Windows MultiPoint Server Case Study

Tech Soup

Windows MultiPoint Server Premium 2011 licensing. This lab uses their computers in the following ways: Drop-in access each day. Youth can check email, social media, do homework, and just generally access Internet and computers for any basic needs. (10 7 NComputing L300 USB Desktop Client Devices. 1 USB Hub. 8 used optical mice.

article thumbnail

Associated Recreation Council of Seattle: Windows MultiPoint Server Case Study

Tech Soup

Windows MultiPoint Server Premium 2011 licensing. The new MultiPoint Server system will mainly be used for open public access, primarily Internet use. Young also takes care of regular software updates for MultiPoint Server, MS Office, Adobe Flash, Shockwave, 7zip, and Adobe Reader. Four Plugable USB docking stations.

Seattle 36
article thumbnail

Two Truths and a Lie: TechSoup New Products Edition

Tech Soup

Box is completely in the cloud, so you can share information with volunteers and external partners without giving them access to your network or emailing documents back and forth. Unlike many other subscription services, Box offers TechSoup members 10 perpetual licenses to the service. Two Truths and a Lie. Two Truths and a Lie.

Product 36
article thumbnail

Security Awareness Tips for LMS Administrators

Forj

Historically, client/server software was usually accessible only from devices on the local network, but cloud-based SaaS hosting exposes it to anyone in the world with an internet connection, so different strategies and disciplines must be employed to protect assets and maintain business continuity. Professional License Number.