[WEB4LIB] Wireless laptops (was Re: Computer Training Room Sp ecifications)

[Mark Ellis]

Jenny,

You might want to contact the Gates Foundation about this.  They put
together a rolling computer lab called the "Techmobile" which, among other
features, provided roaming Internet access for several laptops equipped with
wireless NICs. Details can be found here:

http://www.gatesfoundation.org/learning/publicinfoaccess/bgclub.htm


Mark Ellis
Network Support Analyst
Richmond Public Library  
Richmond, B.C.                      
(604) 231-6410
www.rpl.richmond.bc.ca


-----Original Message-----
From: Jenny Levine [mailto:levinej at sls.lib.il.us]
Sent: Tuesday, July 11, 2000 10:41 AM
To: Multiple recipients of list
Subject: [WEB4LIB] Wireless laptops (was Re: Computer Training Room
Specifications)


Steve wrote:
"Hmmm, of course if you want cutting edge I might recommend 8-12 bleeding
edge laptops with wireless LAN technology, and all the applications listed
above. That way you'd be mobile."

	Wow -- what a coincidence.  I was just about to send a message 
asking if anyone is already doing this.  I have a member library that 
wants to put together a "traveling roadshow" to take out into the 
community.  They want wireless Internet access, so I'm hoping someone can 
make some recommendations about brands, models, background articles, 
etc., as well as any "I wish we would have..." hindsights.
	Any inight is much appreciated!

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