Archive for Laptop category:

Windows Laptops

Windows Laptops LPS laptops should be running Microsoft Windows 11. Helpful Resources Learn to Use Windows 11 (Dell) Windows Help & Learning (Microsoft) Keyboard Shortcuts (Microsoft) Responsibilities and Expectations Provided for professional use LPS Board of Education Regulation 6441.1 states this laptop is provided for your use in teaching, learning, and professional use. It also […]

Mosyle Manager

Mosyle Manager LPS uses a product called Mosyle to manage, deploy, and secure all of our Apple (Mac, iPad, and Apple TV) devices. The Mosyle Manager app is found on all Macs and iPads, allowing staff members to do the the following: Install Software The Mosyle Manager app found on all LPS Apple devices (Mac […]

macOS Laptops

LPS supports the implementation of digital systems for learning by ensuring teachers, staff and administrators have persistent access to a sufficient computing device. Current Distribution: Certificated Staff: MacBook Air (13-inch, M4, 2025) in Midnight. Administrators: MacBook Air (13.6-inch, M3, 2024) in Space Grey. Long Term Subs: MacBook Air (13-inch, M1, 2020) in Silver. Learn more about […]

File Management Strategies

File Management “Cloud First” Storage Strategies for LPS Staff LPS users are encouraged not to keep files on their laptop or desktop computer. There are many reasons for this. Some major considerations: After July 18th, 2021, LPS will no longer be backing up files from your laptop automatically. Computer hard drives are generally reliable, however, […]

Adobe Acrobat Pro DC: Printing PDFs

Adobe Acrobat Pro DC: Printing PDF Files Adobe Acrobat Pro DC was formerly named ‘Adobe Reader’, ‘Adobe Acrobat’ or ‘Acrobat Reader’ The default PDF viewer on LPS computers is called Adobe Acrobat Pro DC. Printing pdf files using the current version of Adobe Acrobat Pro DC may be different than it was with older versions. […]

Make a Virtual Copy of a DVD (Mac)

You can keep a virtual copy of a physical DVD on your computer if it is needed for instructional purposes. This is especially useful on computers that do not have a DVD drive (like the teacher Macbook Air laptops.) Note that not all DVDs allow for this process. While most DVD will work fine in […]

Windows 10

Microsoft Windows 10   Windows 10 is the most up-to-date software from Microsoft, and is designed with simplicity and ease of use in mind. OTHER WEB RESOURCES: Microsoft Help Windows 10 Help Home Windows 10 Quick Reference Card from Customguide.com Computing Services Support is here! If you are having issues with your computer, you might begin […]

MacBook Laptop: Orientation

Reference The LPS Laptop Initiative computer is a white Apple MacBook that can be set up to run the Macintosh or Windows operating systems. More technical specifications for this computer are available to those interested, as is the original MacBook User Manual. [PDF]   Handouts & Materials Macintosh Handout Macintosh Script (script used by trainers […]

Computer & Network Use by LPS Students and Staff

Student Use There is not a District Acceptable Use Policy for students regarding the use of computers or network resources (including Internet access). All applicable policy is included in LPS School Board Policy 3972 & 3972.1 “Rights and Responsibilities of Students” (PDF). Internet use for students is considered a privilege, not a right. It can […]