[Web4lib] security and management solutions for loaner laptops

[Riesner, Giles W.]

See responses below questions.

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From: web4lib-bounces at webjunction.org [mailto:web4lib-bounces at webjunction.org] On Behalf Of Lucien Kress
Sent: Friday, November 05, 2010 4:31 PM
To: web4lib at webjunction.org
Subject: [Web4lib] security and management solutions for loaner laptops

Hello,

I would like to hear about your security and management solutions for loaner
laptops.  Please respond privately, and I will summarize responses if
desired.

>>> I'd like to see the results posted. I don't mind replying publicly, but I'm copying in directly to you.

Do you use internal tools like SteadyState; third-party tools like Fortres,
DeepFreeze, Clean Slate, or CybraryN; or specialized browser shells?

>>> We use Deep Freeze on all our Public PCs, desktop or laptop.  In the past we have used
        Drive Shield/Centurion Guard and Fortres. All work fine.	

How do you maintain and update software?

>>> It has a schedule set up for updates for desktops; I need to find out how the laptops
       will be updated.

What are the logistics of keeping laptops charged and in good shape?

>>> We keep them in a laptop cart that holds up to 18 laptops, complete with chargers.
       We lend them out for a 2-hour period (without charger) and they get put back into
       the cabinet and plugged in when returned.
       

I am betting this is a FAQ, but I couldn't find much information in my
initial search.  Please do send me references if you have any. Thanks!

Lucien
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Lucien Kress
Project Manager
Multnomah County Library
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The Community College of Baltimore County | 800 South Rolling Road | Catonsville, MD 21228 USA
Phone: 1-443-840-4245  |  Fax: 1-443-840-4606  |  E-Mail: griesner at ccbcmd.edu 
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