I visited the Joshua Hyde Library today and met with the Library Director Becky Plimpton. She got right into the nuts and bolts of the library technology by showing me the network hub nestled in the corner of her office:
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Network Hub
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There are two separate network services available, one public and one in-house. Patrons are allowed access to the public computers by logging into this computer with their member credentials:
And then moving on to one of several computers in the cluster for Internet access.
There are also a couple of laptops available for use or patrons can bring in their own laptops/mobile devices and take advantage of the available Wi-fi:
Some computers dedicated to library catalog searches:
Other technology hardware:
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Microfilm reader/printer
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Photocopier just inside the front door
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Circulation Desk
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Childrens Services (located downstairs)
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Childrens Services
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Childrens Room Computer
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| Childrens Room (for use by kids only!) |
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