After the webinar: Wireless reflections

Just attended the 30-minute webinar, "Notes on setting up wireless at your library," featuring Sharon Moreland and Liz Rea from the Northeast Kansas Library System (my old stomping grounds!). I feel the same way I did after the other 30-minute webinars: "Wow! I cannot believe we covered that much in that short amount of time!" I like the quick, practical approach and think it suits the busy life of a librarian well. Sharon and Liz not only did a great job of talking about the technology specifics, but also really provided a discussion of the larger context in which the technology functions. It wasn't just about how-to set-up equipment; it was also about policies, and seating, and meeting the needs of your particular community. You could tell that there were really varying familiarity levels in the audience of thirty, but the more experienced people seemed excited to share their stories and how-to tips. I love that willingness to share knowledge that saturates the library profession --even at the level of supporting public computing. If you missed the webinar, you'll be glad to know it will be archived here.

People were asking questions and sharing ideas in the chat box and it makes me excited about next week's new adventure here at MaintainIT -- BOOK CLUB! If you want to talk about wireless, then please consider joining us for this discussion. It will be based on Chapter 1 of MaintainIT's Recipes for a 5-Star Library (you can download it here). Register to participate, read the chapter, and come prepared to talk about your experiences and questions regarding setting up a wireless network in the library. Even if you have "been there, done that", please know you're welcome to join. The knowledge you take for granted can be so valuable to someone who is just getting started with this topic.

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