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TEACHERS! It is Time to Junk out your Files on the Server!

Posted on November 21, 2012 by TechnoLaurie

We do a daily backup of information for staff and students using an offsite backup utility. It was generously donated to us with a 250GB storage limit. However, I just received a backup error to say that we are over … Continue reading →

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Computer Frankenstein

Posted on October 31, 2012 by TechnoLaurie

Two lifeless machines are pushed in on the cart. In my office laboratory I replace dead parts with used components to make the computer usable once again. Can I fix these new ones? I start my analysis of the first … Continue reading →

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No Technical Issues! How Wonderful!

Posted on October 25, 2012 by Christa Love

Today, I had the perfect class. I had no technical issues. It was wonderful! We are still working on TechnoWonderland. In today’s class we were completing the Session 1 Extension Activity, Amusement Park Map. The technology skills targeted in this … Continue reading →

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Create a Shared Student Folder on your Server

Posted on October 17, 2012 by TechnoLaurie

Teachers need to be flexible! They must adjust their lessons based on their students’ needs. In addition, they need to capitalize on their students’ unique interests. To do this, they need a shared student folder on the server. What is … Continue reading →

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Three Steps for Managing Technical Issues in the Computer Lab

Posted on August 28, 2012 by TechnoLaurie

When a math teacher tells students to turn to page 32 in the textbook, there is confidence that the content will be the same in every book, the page will not be missing, and the questions will not disappear half … Continue reading →

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Don’t Throw it Out! Salvage Parts to Repair Computer Equipment

Posted on April 4, 2012 by TechnoLaurie

Don’t throw it out! You can extend your IT budget by salvaging components from old computers. These parts can be used to repair other equipment, saving you from having to make a new purchase. I regularly repair computers using hardware … Continue reading →

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Technology Gremlins Do Not Take a Vacation

Posted on January 18, 2012 by TechnoLaurie

It was quite nice to have two entire weeks off – no early morning alarm clocks, no traffic, and most importantly, no work! However, as I was soon to learn, there is a major price to pay for that break. … Continue reading →

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Resizing Images Without Losing Quality

Posted on November 18, 2011 by TechnoLaurie

Have you ever spent hours on a document making sure the layout was just right only to have it rejected by your ISP when you try to email it to a coworker because the file size is too large? Or … Continue reading →

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How to Complete a School Network Audit Fast

Posted on November 8, 2011 by TechnoLaurie

Annually the school has to complete a computer audit for insurance purposes. Each year the bookkeeper hands me a form that I use to list the hardware used throughout the school. The insurance company requires the name of device, manufacturer, … Continue reading →

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12 Tips for Internet Research

Posted on October 4, 2011 by Christa Love

Internet research is a key component to many technology-based projects. Without facts, students cannot create quality reports, travel advertisements, biographies, or presentations. However, Internet research that is not well-managed wastes instructional time. When this happens, teachers risk running out of … Continue reading →

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