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How to Reuse Old Laptops with Windows MultiPoint Server

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Do you have an old laptop lying around that you're not sure what to do with? Windows MultiPoint Server lets you turn that old laptop into a fully functioning Windows user station – even if the old machine isn't actually up-to-date enough to run current versions of Windows or other software. How does this magic happen?

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5 Ways Libraries Support Disaster Relief and Recovery

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The Saskatoon Public Library opened its doors to these evacuees, and staff members stepped up their efforts to help the evacuees communicate with their family and friends. Staffers also let people from outside of Saskatoon check out books from the library and access other services. Educating the Public on Disaster Preparedness.

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La Conner Regional Library: Windows MultiPoint Server Case Study

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Basically, it allows one computer to serve several people in a lab or library at very low cost and with minimum maintenance. La Conner Regional Library was one of our test sites. It is a small, rural library that serves 5,000 people in the Skagit Valley in northern Washington State. She became the library tech person by default.

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La Conner Regional Library: Windows MultiPoint Server Case Study

Tech Soup

Basically, it allows one computer to serve several people in a lab or library at very low cost and with minimum maintenance. La Conner Regional Library was one of our test sites. It is a small, rural library that serves 5,000 people in the Skagit Valley in northern Washington State. She became the library tech person by default.

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The Magnificent Seven: Great WordPress Features Worth Checking Out

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But it’s not always easy to do so with a standard mouse or laptop trackpad. Have no fear, as WordPress comes with “accessibility mode for widgets” which allows you to add them without the (sometimes) annoying drag-and-drop requirement. One of the hallmarks of the WordPress platform is how easy it is to add images to any post or page.

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LocalFreeWeb Combines Digital Inclusion with Public Transportation

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Q: What happens when you bring app developers together with nonprofits and libraries along with some coffee thrown in? Not only have the people working on the project been building up their list of locations with free Wi-Fi access, but they've also started to focus on marketing and outreach for the service.

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Nonprofit In A Box: How Murtis Taylor Human Services System Brings Help Right Into Homes

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It contains three things: A laptop computer. The overall benefit of mobile broadband Internet access in conjunction with laptops is that mobile case managers can do nearly everything they need to do for people in the community without having to come in to the office. Images: Logo / Murtis Taylor Human Services System.

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