Dielectric, a local Raymond company was a pioneer in the broadcast age, with roots as far back as 1942. Their innovative drive has resulted in the products and technical support to meet every broadcaster’s needs, from low power to high power, whether TV, HD or FM. Dielectric has provided a $1500 technology for the Raymond Village Library to purchase new laptops. By upgrading its technology, today’s library is moving from a storehouse of books to a center of accessing knowledge, inspiring creativity, and supporting collaboration.
As
a first step, the library joined the Maine State Wi-Fi network and boosted its
internet to reach speeds of up to 100mbs. Patrons can obtain a free Wi-Fi
signal in the building, parking lot and Community Garden Gazebo Reading Room.
The Board of Trustees next turned its attention to the public computers and
discovered two were unreliable. Not having any laptops also made classes
difficult.
The
library has been working to address its technology infrastructure, so four
public computers remain
available and classes on topics such as using Gmail, Google Drive and the
library download service can be offered. The technology grant allows the
library to purchase 3 to 4 laptops that will serve as both public and class
computers. Two laptops will be used to replace the failing desktops.
The
laptops will be connected to full size monitors and keyboards. When a class is
scheduled, the
laptops will be removed and added to the equipment for classes. This double
duty moves the library forward in rebuilding its technology infrastructure.
Raymond
Village Library is grateful for Dielectric’s support. Free public access to
technology is key to fulfilling the library’s mission. Books are still
important, but delivering content and experiences to the community in new,
different and exciting ways will allow patrons to “Open the Door and Discover
the Possibilities.”
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