Tech Console: Monitor and Support All PC's In Your School or District

A classroom management solution is not simply about providing the right tools for each teacher. Equally important are tools to ensure all computers in the school can be managed and maintained so they are always available for teaching. With this in mind, CrossTec SchoolVue also provides a unique "Tech Console" specifically for Lab Technicians and Network Managers.

Using the Tech Console You Can:

- Monitor all computers across the SchoolVue network in a single view.
- Monitor Application and Internet usage on each Student PC.
- Transfer files and folders to selected or all computers.
- Group all computers by classroom / physical location.
- Generate a full Hardware Inventory summary for a selected PC. View an example report.
- Generate a full Software Inventory for each PC including hot fixes. View an example report.
- View and Control Services, Processes and Applications running on each PC.
- Provide direct technical assistance to any classroom Teacher.
- Power on, Power off, Reboot and Login to classroom computers remotely.
- Display all Students and Teachers by active class.
- Review individual CrossTec SchoolVue client security settings remotely.
- Conduct Chat with one or multiple Students or Teachers.
- Broadcast messages to groups or all network users in seconds.
- Perform powerful 1:1 PC Remote Control on any selected computer.
- Shows real-time USB memory stick status on all Student PCs.

New Events for January

I just wanted to let you all know that we have a few events on the books for January. I will try to update you of any additional events that we add.

January 11th, 3:00PM EST: Implement a Low Cost - High Performance Virtualization Strategy with SoftXpand

This webinar will cover how schools can benefit from implementing a desktop virtualization solution to reduce upfront PC purchase costs, repurpose PC's you already have to expand access to a greater number of students, reduce operating costs, and more!

January 18th, 11:00AM EST: IT Asset Management, Help Desk, Support and More with CrossTec Integration Solutions

This webinar will demonstrate how a school's IT staff can streamline their management and support to reduce the amount of time they spend on it support, increase ROI, reduce TCO, and ensure that they have an accurate inventory and control of all hardware and software at all times. Windows 7 migration and application distribution will also be covered.

January 20th, 11:00AM EST: Enhance Learning Through Technology in the Classroom

This webinar will demonstrate how teachers can increase learning through leveraging some of the most advanced classroom technology. Topics include: classroom management, interactive whiteboards, computer based testing, collaboration, and more.

How To Pick A Desktop Virtualization Solution

When looking to select the desktop virtualization solution, there are a few things you must consider based on the needs of your organization.

What type of applications do you need to run?

Do you or your students need to run performance applications such as Adobe CS5 or AutoCAD or render 3D video? Or are they looking to run basic applications such as Microsoft Office or basic web browsing?

What type of media will you need to access?

Are you going to need to have the ability to watch or stream HD movies?

Do you have the resources to manage a complex virtualized network?

Some virtualization solutions require you to implement an elaborate server setup to power the virtual desktops. You must have the staff on hand, or outsource the staff to be able to manage this type of solution.


Are you limited by distance?

Different virtualization solutions range from 5 meters to having world wide access. How much distance do you need?

How important is stability?

Bandwidth limitations and use of heavy applications can effect the stability of some desktop virtualization implementations.


Do you need to have a unique IP address for each virtual desktop?

Having a unique IP address allows for advanced networking and management of your virtual desktops.

Check out a full comparison between some of these different types of solutions by clicking HERE.

2010 ACTE Annual Convention

We just got back on Sunday evening from the 2010 ACTE Annual Convention in Las Vegas. Overall the show went great! It was nice to meet new people and give them a taste of what kind of new technology is out there that can help them improve learning and save money. I am also happy to say that I was able to meet up with some followers of this blog. I hope to meet more of you down the road at future events.