This presentation evaluates online desktop applications and was prepared by Deborah Divis, Iris Eichenlaub, and Ashley Bainbridge for LIBR 233, at San Jose State University, Spring 2010.
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Online Desktop Pt1
1. Online Desktops Ashley Bainbridge, Deborah Divis, Iris Eichenlaub LIBR 233 Prof. Harlan Spring 2010 San Jose State University
2. What’s an Online Desktop? A way to manage and deliver content from the web to your computer. Users select what type of content to include: websites, feeds, social networks, etc. Online desktops can be public (shared) or for personal use. If they build it, they will use it!
Welcome to iGoogle. Like other Google applications this tool is designed to be user-oriented, easy, and intuitive to use.AND it’s free!
Design:Very easy to useGadgets (or widgets) and themes are easily searched by subjectSimply click to add to page, drag and drop to rearrangeTemplates providedNeed outside software to be ADA compliant for users with sight/hearing limitationsWell organized with searchable content and easy to find instructions and helpAllows user to organize their own page once gadgets are addedMany appealing graphics and themes to choose from and incorporate; easy to change at any timeCan be used with multiple browsers
Security:User is in control of content creationYour iGoogle site is password protected; but you must have Google account to access itUsers have the option to stay signed in or create page that is only accessible from a single computerInformation that is required to register includes email address, password, location, birth date the security settings set by iGoogleSecurity Policy/Privacy Policy offered; Google adheres to the US Safe Harbor privacy principles, link offered for more information
Support:Online support is offered through help topics, help forum, and access to webmasterThe help topics and FAQ’s are easily searchable. For more specific questions, there’s a basic search and advanced optionBudget:Registration for iGoogle is freeNo ads appear on yourpersonalized iGoogle pageNetwork and Hardware Considerations:Can be hosted on a network with Internet accessThere is no filtering offeredTools needed: computer with Internet access
Curriculum:Because iGoogle is customizable, it can be appropriate for all grade levels, however some inappropriate content may be accessed through gadgets placed on the pageCopyright laws are respected throughout the siteiGoogle can be translated and presented in a wide range of languages through settingsFormerly known as Google Personalized Home Page, iGoogle’s defined purpose is a portal service which allows users to create a custom Google home page that displays the Google search engine and any other gadgets (widgets) the user wants, giving immediate access to important and relevant information and resources
Integration into school library program or classroom instruction:iGoogle is a Custom homepage to bring all Internet related search tools together in one place, to aid students with school work and other researchLibrarians or classroom teachers can create a page with reliable tools that they approve of, making it more efficient for students Students can create their own pages with information and gadgets they find useful for their particular and individual needs
