We are finishing up our digital citizenship classes today. Working with Thompkins students has been very fun. The students have great questions and are eager to get the netbooks in their hands. I thought it would be a good idea to let everyone know the answers to some of those questions today. If you have more, feel free to message me and I will add them to the list.
Q: Can we put music on our netbooks?
A: Yes, as long as you obtained the music legally. You may not purchase music using the netbook.
Q: Would it be okay to use a different netbook/laptop bag, rather than the one issued by the school?
A: Yes, however, the student will still be responsible for the school-issued bag until netbooks are checked in at the end of the school year.
Q: Other than the student, who else is allowed to use our netbook?
A: Only the student's parents or guardians may use the netbook.
Q: Do I need to buy additional insurance?
A: That would probably be a good idea. While some damages are covered, theft, loss, and vandalism are not. Follow the link for netbook insurance at the top of the website for more info.
Q: Can I download a game to my netbook?
A: No. Students cannot install or uninstall ANY software without the consent of the Chieft Technology Officer for the EVSC.
Q: Can I get on Facebook?
A: Facebook is currently blocked on the netbooks.
Q: Can my netbook desktop or the webcam be accessed remotely by EVSC?
A: No, EVSC monitors network activity, including logins and files downloaded/uploaded. The EVSC does not utilize remote desktop connection to access the netbook.
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