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The library tries to stay up-to-date with the latest technology. We have a
variety of different computer programs for use. We currently have two new
Gates computers and a laser printer given to us through grants from the Redfield
foundation and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. We also have one
other older computer set up with internet and software programs.
 | Internet -- We have three computers available for Internet use. Our
internet system is wireless and so it is fast and there are no busy
signals.
 | You may download files on disks. You may bring them in or we
have them for sale for $1.00 ea. |
| There is no charge for Internet use, however, copies printed out
from the Internet are $.10 per sheet for black and white, $1.00 per sheet
for color. |
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Internet Policy should be read and understood before
using. |
| Patron's who are under the age of 18 must have parent's
written
permission before using the Internet. We do not police Internet use. If you
want to know what your child is accessing on the Internet, sit by his/her
side. |
| Time is limited to 30 minutes unless there are no patrons
waiting to use the Internet.
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| Computer Software -- Currently we have three computers for use
with word processing, spread sheet, desktop publishing, etc. There is no charge for
computer use, just the same charges as above for printouts.
| The Gates Foundation has provided a "BIGPRINT"
screen for those who might be visually impaired. This increases
the screen size considerably to allow easier reading of the programs on
the computer. Those programs with an * beside them are available
in the "BIGPRINT." |
| We can also lock children out of the Internet
and just provide the screen of children's programs if the parents
wish. All of the Children's programs are available to them, but
not the Internet Explorer. |
| There are easy-to-read instructions on how to use each of the
following programs by the computer stations. Click
on the following links to take you to a description of the programs
found on the computer:
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| Internet
Explorer 5*
Internet Explorer is a Web
browser. It displays content from sites on the World Wide Web --
text, graphics, and other media -- that is made available on the
internet. Web sites provide access to current news, world events,
employment and government information, and a wide variety of other
information that may not be available in print form at some libraries.
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| Mouse
Tutorial
The Mouse Tutorial is a self guided
introduction to use of the mouse and many of the common elements of
Windows programs. Designed for first-tiem computer users, the
Mouse Tutorial will enable them to get started using the library's
computers.
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| Office
Programs:
 | Word 2000*
Word is a word processor you can use to create and print
documents, such as letters, resumes and school papers. Additionally,
Word is equipped with templates and wizards that include set
formatting to make the creation of resumes, business letters, and
fax cover sheets quick and easy. Advanced features, such as tables
and clip art, allow you to create professional-looking documents
with custom graphics. |
| Excel 2000*
Excel is a spreadsheet program. You can use it to work
with numbers and other data in rows and columns. Excel can
general graphs and charts based on you data. Examples of
documents you can create with Excel are budget reports and income statements.
Excel can use data to perform sums, averages, and other mathematical
evaluations and print customized reports. |
| Publisher 2000*
Publisher helps novice computer users design and print distinctive
publications, such as greeting cards, brochures, banners, and
flyers. You can choose from may pre-made designs or design
your own pictures and text. Publisher is a good choice for
creating documents with complicated layouts and lots of
pictures. If you are typing a document that has only text,
like a letter or resume, Word is a better choice. |
| PowerPoint 2000*
Teachers, public speakers, and others can use PowerPoint to
organize information on slides, handouts, overheads or on-screen presentations.
PowerPoint offers a wide variety of colored backgrounds, animation,
and other graphical features to make you presentation visually
interesting.
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| Reference
Programs:
| World English Dictionary 2000*
More than just a dictionary, World English Dictionary is an electronic
"desk reference library." Its reference features
include: word definitions, synonyms, quotations, definitions
of computer terminology, world maps, facts and figures, and a style
guide. Unlike print books, World English Dictionary has the
features of sound, images, videos and animations. In addition,
you can specify to search for information in all these features at
once or one at a time. |
| Encarta Encyclopedia 2000*
Encarta Encyclopedia is a reference tool that enhances basic
encyclopedia articles with multimedia features: pictures,
sounds, videos, and animation. Using Encarta is not linear,
like paging through a book. Instead, you can link to related
topics and jump to other articles with a click of the mouse.
In this way, Encarta encourages and enhances through exploration of
topics. Encarta also provides links to relevant Web pages. |
| Encarta Africana 2000*
Encarta Africana is an interactive reference program that
examines the legacy of the African Diaspora by focusing on the histories,
cultures, and geographies of Africa and people of African
descent. The videos, sounds, pictures, maps and virtual tours
in the encyclopedia enables users to explore expressive traditions
-- such as music, dance, art, and storytelling -- central to
learning and understanding African heritage. |
| Encarta Research Organizer 2000
Encarta Research Organizer helps structure information from a
variety of computer-based sources for use in term papers, reports,
and other research projects. Once you have your research
organized onto Research Organizer's note cards and arrange the note
cards in an outline, you can export your work to a word processor
for writing, revision, and printing. |
| World Atlas 2000*
Word Atlas is a multimedia world atlas and globe. You can
view different scale maps of the world, and you can also access
content like photos, videos, music clips, and statistics about
countries and cultures. World Atlas allows you to explore many
aspects of a country, from geography and culture to interesting
facts and statistics. |
| Expedia Streets & Trips 2000
Microsoft Expedia Streets & Trips 2000 is a travel guide and
detailed atlas of the United States, Mexico, and Canada that can
locate on street maps specific addresses, cities, states, airports,
National Parks and a variety of other points of interest. The
program not only locates but also provides information about places
on the maps, from restaurant reviews to pictures of local
attractions. In addition, Streets & Trips 2000 can help
you plan customized automobile trips, providing detailed driving instructions,
maps with your route highlighted, distance, and estimated fuel and
mileage costs. |
| Corbis Franklin Delano Roosevelt
Corbis FDR is an interactive multimedia program examining the
life and presidency of FDR. This virtual museum tour includes
video presentations and slide shows, speeches and sound clips
designed to educate and entertain.
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| Children's
Programs:
(Click
here to go to Children's Computer Fun)
| Arthur:
| Brainteasers, |
| Math Carnival |
| Reading
The Arthur programs, designed for
children aged 4 and up, help kids develop problem solving, math,
and reading skills through a variety of challenging games and
activities. |
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| Barney:
| Circus |
| Farm |
| Sea
The Barney programs offer an interactive presentation of
basic concepts for children from the preschool to second grade levels.
The learning activities, presented by the cast of the Barney
television show, reinforce concepts learned at the early
elementary level, such as sorting, following directions, and
identifying animals, colors, and letters. |
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| Dr. Seuss:
| The Cat in the Hat |
| Green Eggs and Ham
The Dr. Seuss programs, designed for children aged 3-8,
are interactive, multimedia versions of the popular books.
guided through the stories by visual and sound clues, children
build computer familiarity and reading skills in an entertaining
setting. |
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| Magic School Bus:
| Rainforest |
| Earth |
| Dinosaurs
The Magic School Bus programs, intended for children
ages 6-10, combine educational and entertainment features.
Each program has a story line that encourages children to
explore the program. The games are mouse-driven,
interactive adventures in which children are challenged o find a
missing object. In Rainforest, the goal is to find missing
"bloclones." In Earth, it's missing rock
samples, and in Dinosaurs, it's missing dinosaur photos. Each
program combines activities for learning with games just for
fun. |
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| Story Programs:
| How the Leopard Got His
Spots |
| Just Grandma and Me |
| Kol and the Kola Nuts |
| Little Monster at School |
| Paul Bunyan
The story programs are interactive, multimedia
presentation including opportunities for reading practice, activities,
and games. Children can choose to have stories read or to
play on the play pages. these programs are good choice for
first-time computer users, as the story options are entertaining
and easy to use. |
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| Stellaluna
Stellaluna is a children's program designed to encourage
exploration and learning. The interactive screens allow
children to choose to listen to a narrated story or to interact with
the story by clicking responsive elements within the program.
Children are also challenged by games that help build word shape
recognition, reading comprehension, and computer literacy.
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| Learning
Programs:
| Big Science Ideas:
Systems
In three simulations kids explore various science
systems. They'll experiment with the small-scale system of a
toilet, a mid-size system of a pond-ecosystem, and a huge size
system of the earth's plate tectonics. Along the way, they are
encouraged to record, graph and analyze data. Also includes
puzzles and activities. |
| Success Builder:
Algebra 1 and Geometry
The Success Builder programs teach algebra and geometry
skills. They are both divided into 12 chapters, contain over
50 in-depth topics, and offer more than 500 multiple-choice practice
problems. |
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