Instructions and Information
Northfield Mount Hermon's award-winning technology can keep you up-to-date on school news and be a powerful resource for teaching, learning, and working—but only if you know how to use it.
Documents describing how to access and make the best use of NMH technology are posted here. Bookmark this page and return to it often when you have a question or issue about the network, your virtual desktop, or other NMH network services.
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| Title (click title to open) | Description |
| Getting Started with SWIS | New to SWIS? Start here for information you'll need to get the SWIS client and join the powerful SWIS community! |
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Want to see a quick NetSnippets demonstration? Click here, then select the "Flash Presentation" button. |
NetSnippets is a powerful research and information management tool that is in your virtual desktop now. This file tells how to use it to collect and organize information from the web, SWIS, PDFs, etc. It even compiles bibliographies in MLA, APA, and Chicago format. |
| SWIS Quick SPAM killer | Step-by-step instructions for people who just want to know how to reduce SPAM in their SWIS mailbox. |
| SWIS Mail Rules | SWIS will examine your incoming mail and handle it the way you want based on rules you can create. Reduce SPAM, block annoying senders, and take control of your mailbox with this powerful tool. |
| Connecting to the NMH Network | Step-by-step instructions to connect your Windows or Macintosh computer to the NMH network. |
| Virtual Desktop Introduction & FAQ | What is a virtual desktop and why do you need it? This introduction and FAQ tells all. |
| Accessing Virtual Desktops from Macintosh operating systems | Step-by-step instructions for getting to your virtual desktop from your Mac. MacOS versions 8.5 and later are covered. |
| Accessing Virtual Desktops from Windows operating systems | Step-by-step instructions for getting to your virtual desktop from your PC. Windows 95,98,2000, and XP are covered. |
| Connecting to Your Virtual Desktop | You've got the setup taken care of. Now, you just want to connect. |
| Using Your Virtual Desktop | This is a great primer for people new to their virtual desktop; it has tips for creating toolbars, transferring files, etc. |
| Road Warrior's Virtual Desktop Guide | When you are ready to venture out into the world with your virtual desktop, this will be necessary reading. Learn how to get past obstacles that stand between you and your virtual desktop. |
| Installing McAfee Antivirus Software | Protect your computer and your work! Learn how to install the school's antivirus software and keep it up-to-date. |
| Student Computing Manual | Required reading for getting the most out of technology at NMH. |
| Using Student Portfolios | The virtual desktop makes it easy to put student portfolios right on your desktop. |
| Playing a DVD on Classroom PC | For teachers. These instructions show how to play DVDs on the Compaq PCs in classrooms over the computer projectors. |
| Playing a DVD on classroom iMac | For teachers. These instructions show how to play DVDs on the Apple iMacs in classrooms over the computer projectors. |
| Compaq Cart Card | Instructions for using the Compaq computers on classroom carts. Print and put on a cart in your classroom. |
| iMac Cart Card | Instructions for using the iMac computers on classroom carts. Print and put on a cart in your classroom. |
| Projecting | Using the ceiling-mounted projectors in Beveridge, Blake, Stone, and Sanda Countway. |
| Using PowerPoint | A primer by Jessica Mix Barrington |
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