Organization’s Priorities for Implementation of Technology: Installing a total of 8 (or potentially 9) computers to serve a variety of functions.

HIGHEST PRIORITY

Installing up to 3 computers in the Intake room on the main floor.

Computer #1 (tower):

• will use Windows 2000 operating system, a variety of web browsers, and OpenOffice
• network will be configured and tested
• internet access needed
• will require drop cable installation as it will be part of the network of computers installed in the basement
• peripheral additions will include a printer if possible; GSLIS will need to check Prarienet stock

Computer #2 (tower):

• intended for creating and storing highly confidential files
• will use Windows 2000 operating system, a variety of web browsers (for future flexibility)and OpenOffice
• internet access not necessary
• peripheral additions will include a printer if possible; GSLIS will need to check Prarienet stock

Computer #3 (tower): Details will need to be left open for now

• intended to display the eye of the security camera system.
• a monitor may be the minimum need.
• internet access not necessary
• GSLIS students investigating Pass Security technologies to determine if computer hook-up is necessary or possible, and whether or not implementation can be effective considering the potential risks to security

ADDITIONAL COMPUTER NEEDS

Installing up to 6 computers in the basement (including Ms. Calhoun’s laptop).

Computer #1 (tower or desktop): Director’s office (Essie Calhoun).

• intended for creating and storing highly confidential files
• will use Windows 2000 operating system, a variety of web browsers (for future flexibility), and OpenOffice
• internet access not necessary

Computer #2 (laptop): Director’s office (Essie Calhoun).

• internet access needed for laptop
• network will be configured and tested
• GSLIS students will perform general diagnostics, may update the operating system, add helpful applications and anti-virus software to increase pc performance.
• connectivity to security camera system with roving capacity is being explored; implementation may not be doable, effective, or advisable considering the risks (please see above)
• peripheral additions will include a mouse and printer if possible; GSLIS will need to check Prarienet stock

Computers #3 & maybe #4 (desktops): Staff area/Staff use

• will use Windows 2000 operating system, a variety of web browsers, and OpenOffice
• network will be configured and tested
• internet access needed

Computers #5 & maybe #6:(desktops) Staff area/Client use

• will use Windows 2000 operating system, a variety of web browsers, and OpenOffice
• network will be configured and tested
• internet access needed

Resources Available to Implement Technology at the Organization

Resources Organization Can Provide for Technology Implementation

• space
• plenty of electrical outlets, with one 20 amp circuit made available to the
  computers only–not to be used in a dedicated way by any other electrical
  device (e.g., light fixtures, dehumidifier, furnace blower)
• 2 cubicles for 2 basement computers
• desk surfaces for remaining basement computers
• 2 donated computers and 1 laptop (staff believe one computer may not be servicable due to its age)
• up to 4 power strips
• DSL router
• additional peripherals if desired (print servers, print cartridges; etc.)

Resources GSLIS Will Need to Provide

• up to 7 computers (and possibly 2 printers and 1 mouse)
• Windows 2000 operating system
• a variety of web browsers
• OpenOffice
• switches
• cables
• cable supports