Category: Home Computers

Windows Camera as an Alternative to OBS to Display Document Camera

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09/14/2022

11:45 am

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Home Computers, Online Classes, Video

Some faculty wish to display content via the document camera in classrooms to in-person participants.  Applications like VLC and OBS are options but have drawbacks.  The Camera app in Windows 10 and 11 is a superior option.  [If remote students are a consideration, you will want to use Zoom to share doc cam content.]

  • The easiest way to determine if a computer is running Windows 10 or 11 is to look at the Desktop.  If the Windows icon (4 squares) and other icons are centered, that’s Windows 11.  If they are left justified, that’s Windows 10
  • Next, left-click on the Windows icon.  Start typing c-a-m-e  and click to choose the Camera app.
  • Since most classrooms have multiple cameras connected, you will need to toggle through to display the document camera–  click the camera with the counter-clockwise swoosh in the upper right
  • In the upper right, click the square to maximize the display window.  It will not be full screen, but it will be close

   

Policy – Dealing with Students Who Misuse Computing Resources Proc 420

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06/27/2017

12:49 pm

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Accounts, Banner, Everyone, Faculty, Help Desk, Home Computers, Security, Staff, Students

The use of computing and information processing resources is a privilege granted by the College to students who have demonstrated an appropriate need in their program of study or work assignment at Genesee Community College. All users of GCC computer resources must comply with the applicable statutes of New York State and Federal law, in particular, Chapter 514 of the New York State Penal Law. The purpose of this procedure is to outline the steps which will be followed if student misuse of computing resources is suspected.

This is an official College policy, numbered Procedure 420.

Do I Need a Computer?

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06/26/2017

3:49 pm

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Explanations, Home Computers, Students

Yes and No.

With the advancement in technology, we now have many options for where and how we complete tasks and communicate.  Smart phones, laptops, desktops, tablets, Chromebooks, etc.

Most GCC facilities are equipped with, and faculty utilize, PC/Windows-based desktops, laptops, and software.  In turn, most students will want to use compatible hardware and software for the best experience.

Smart phones, Chromebooks, and Mac computers may work fine for certain tasks.  However, please be aware that these devices may not be compatible with other tasks.  For instance, a smart phone may not be the best option for preparing and submitting a term paper.