Technical / Computer

Major Goals for the Function or Area

      • Power outlets every 6 ft or approx.
      • Conduit access vs. cables or other fixed medium for future changes
      • Wireless access throughout, both internal and exterior areas
      • Laptops to be available as well as fixed units small common area of fixed computers, but many small areas with computer access either via laptop or ???
      • Filtering could be done by handing out wireless cards with present limits as to content

Critical Needs (must have):

      • Appropriate infrastructure for now and easy access for future change

Less-Critical (would like to have):

      • Charger units for laptops available at front desk for rent to use in any power outlet
      • Magnetic strips on library cards to be used for computer access
      • Availability of scanners/printers at a fee
      • Charge for very high speed wireless vs. high speed training by Friends or outsiders to keep the public up to speed on the latest technology

Design Considerations:

      • Conduit
      • Wireless
      • Extreme flexibility and do not do anything that is difficult or expensive to change as technology changes
      • Power outlets everywhere including near seating areas for ease of use

 

Tom Littell, Joe Sand, Rashid, Mr. Wilson

 

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