Since Riverdeep downloads were recommended to us at a district meeting a
few years ago, I assumed it was approved.  Is this not correct???


> I have been directed to remind people of IS policy regarding
> downloading software such as the Riverdeep stuff. Basically, you
> should not download software not approved by administrative
> personnel. The problem is spyware, viruses, and software that has an
> adverse effect on the computers
>
> I realize Riverdeep is a known site and has reliable software. But I
> have also seen commercial software companies ship CDs that were
> infected. It's just Riverdeep was the most recently mentioned site
> and is used as an example only.
>
> Also some companies make software available for free at first then
> start charging for it later. And by that point your users become
> reliant on that software and you have to decide about spending your
> budget dollars to support it.
>
> And if it breaks, or affects your computers, the first thing a tech
> will tell you is to toss it. So it's best to not do it.
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> Dale Bottrell
> Mesa Public Schools
> Computer Repair Technician
> De l'audace, encore de l'audace, toujours de l'audace
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