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HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE

The Studio contains 3 computers, each with an attached scanner and VHS/DVD player.

Many multimedia projects can be done on regular computers, and do not need to be done in the Multimedia Design Studio. Please see the software list posted on the wall of the Studio, or check the library computer hardware & software page.

DATA AND FILE MANAGEMENT

• Users are responsible for saving their files and creating backup copies frequently as they work on their project.
• Users must supply their own storage media to save their files. The library does not supply any storage media or storage space.
• Users may save files may to the workstation hard drive (D:\My Documents) temporarily for the length of your Studio session (usually 4 hours or less.) Do not use the workstation hard drive for permanent storage.
• Direct connection to your “Home Directory” or H drive is not available in the library. “My Documents” saves to the workstation hard drive — not your Home Directory. Indirect connection to your H drive is possible by using NetStorage or FTP. Ask for the instructions handout at the Library Computer Help Desk.
• We recommend that when you log into the Studio workstation, you transfer a copy of the files you will be working on to a folder with your name on it under “My Documents.” Save frequently to “My Documents” during your work session. Before logging off the workstation, transfer a copy of your file to your removable storage media AND your H drive before you leave.
• We recommend that you save multiple versions of your project as you progress. For example, you might start your project with the name “Project A 9-1-07 3PM” and as you work on it, save it with the new name “Project A 9-1-07 5PM.” If you encounter a problem, you can go back to the earlier version, rather than starting over from scratch.
• Any files stored in “My Documents” are subject to being read, edited, or deleted at any time by any user of the Studio or library staff member.
• Any files placed on the Desktop or C: drive of the workstation will be automatically deleted when the computer shuts off, whether it is due to logging off the computer or due to the computer “crashing.”
• Storage options include:
• CD-R or CD-RW
• DVD-R or DVD-RW
• Zip 250 (requires checkout of external Zip drive from Media Resources Desk)
• Your own FireWire or USB storage device (flash drive, thumb drive, external hard drive)
• online file storage service