November 2004 Archive Google Scholar Search (Monday 29th November 2004) Google Scholar enables you to search specifically for scholarly literature, including peer-reviewed papers, theses, books, preprints, abstracts and technical reports from all broad areas of research. See also how to use Google Scholar. Still in "beta" testing phase. Nvu - Web Page Editor v0.5 (Monday 29th November 2004) The latest release of this complete stand-alone web site editor (built from the same software as Mozilla composer) for Mac OSX, Windows and Linux. Free. DET Web Services? (Friday 26th November 2004) What is happening with the DET Web Services project? What was the outcome of the trial and pilot programs that were run? Should our school be involved in the training program? What are the contractors installing? Should they even be here? Depends who you talk to! This page provides links to relevant material published by the DET and NSWTF. Apple Discussions (Tuesday 23rd November 2004) Discussion list for a wide variety of Apple software, hardware and networking issues. From Now On (Monday 22nd November 2004) With schools currently formulating plans for 2005, this site provides some useful resources and reading materials for use in your school's professional development program. OSX Home Directory / Login Issues (Thursday 18th November 2004) Some schools using indivdual logins with OSX server report occassional problems with student logins unable to mount their Home folder. This page describes a possible solution through editing the LoginWindow prefs. I haven't tested this! Recommended for the risk-takers or those who like to tinker! NSW Computer Coordinators' Listserv (Tuesday 16th November 2004) The DET Computers in Schools Program has been replaced by the Technology for Learning program. You didn't know? While the DET has been very quiet with the official details of this change, you can keep up-to-date with the latest (speculative) info and related discussions by subscribing to this listserv. Rollout and IT Support for schools (AAP) (Monday 8th November 2004) NSW state schools will receive new rollout computers and 129 technical support staff, over four years, under the "Technology in Learning" plan announced by the State Government today. (But how much of this is "new money"??? - WM) Mac OS X 10.3.6 Update (Friday 5th November 2004) "Enhancements" include improved file sharing, more reliable network automounts and logins, and a fix for the scrolling login window issue. GProxy 2005 Now Available (Friday 5th November 2004) Now used in more than one-third of all DET schools in NSW, GProxy provides not only web proxy services, but also web filtering, e-mail, school calendar, library enquiry, OASIS admin, etc, all in a web-based, user-friendly format on Mac or PC. Photo and Video Links (Thursday 4th November 2004) Links and resources for teachers exploring digital photography and video editing in schools. Recently updated documents in the Tips & Tricks section include using the built-in iPhoto sharing facility to share photo albums on a school network. ZoneAlarm - Free Firewall (Win) (Monday 1st November 2004) ZoneAlarm is an easy-to-use firewall utility. Stealth mode automatically makes your computer invisible to anyone on the Internet. Free for individual use.       Back to headlines