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Hello! Probably a simple one but i'm stuck. We have a machine that, for some reason, won't open weblinks from within Activ Inspire. The little play icon appears but when you click it...nothing. The same flipchart works on other machines and links open fine. Using Version 2 of Activ Inspire. Any help appreciated!!

At St Paul's Girls' School we are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Web & Database Developer to implement, develop and support the school's Portal/intranet based on Firefly (HTML/CSS/XML/XSLT), Management Information System (MS SQL) and Website (WordPress). This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the top schools in the country and make a real impact on the use of IT throughout the school. As well as a salary in the range of £28-33k, we can also offer professional training such as ITIL Foundation and various Microsoft Certifications. More information and an application form can be found on our website - Web and Database Developer | St Paul's Girls' School To apply please send all completed forms, your CV and a brief cover letter to [email protected].

Hi, we currently use an isa 2004 server to bridge the gap between our domain (172.16.*.*) and the cachepilot (10.8.160.*). we are using the isa firewall client to configure our clients for Proxy. in the past before the isa we could use the following details in the proxy IE settings to browse the net. 10.8.160.4 port 3128. but since the isa we cannot access it or ping it? but we can browse the web management page. therefore is there a way of allowing normal everyday access to the cachepilot without having to go via the isa firewall client route? thanks, ITHelp

I spend a lot of time working on websites and I have considering buying a second monitor as I don't have enough desktop to edit code in one window and view the result in a browser in another window without having to open/close windows. I decided to look for a software solution first and was surprised having a code editor and browser preview in the same space wasn't easy to find. I work with php/mysql and Dreamweaver 8, so the standard html preview approach Dreamweaver uses (don't know about the new version) doesn't work for me and it's php testing server launches in a new window. I tried Microsoft Expression and had no joy with that either. I am pleased to say I have been running Eclipse from eclipse.org for the last few days and it does exactly what I was looking for. Jumping between code and a browser preview is a tab away. I know it may not seem like a big deal, jumping between windows, but when you have done it for the 1000th time it saves on the rsi :-) I can tell as well that I am only scratching the surface with eclipse at the moment and I'm sure it will prove even more helpful in the future. I don't see it as a teaching tool to frighten students with but I am sure there are many here who already use it or may find it useful. Chris

Hi all, I *may* have landed myself a nice little job developing a CMS for somebody, however I've not done it before so was looking for some pointers from those of you that have. Based on what I've read here, I've set my initial fee at £200 for a CMS with up to 5 pages, with each additional page costing £20. I was thinking about a £25 flat rate for any changes in design after the initial setup (thought about giving a 1 week "cooling off" period where I'd do things like that for free - good idea?) Hosting will be provided by a reputable host; I'll recommend three (they'll want that for their VFM forms) and arrange for them to pay the host directly and pass on the login details to me. So far so good? Also, I was wondering if anybody could share any insight as to obstacles I may not have thought of? Is there a kind of generic service contract out there I can use as a basis to draw up my own contract? Appreciate any and all help!

I am migrating Eclipse .NET to a VM from a physical host which is to be retired. The re-installation of the server went swimmingly and the database conenction seemed to go fine. The database is till on its original server (which isn't due for retirement yet). The only problem is that I simply receive 'Service Unavailable' when I try to browse the Eclipse.NET pages Now IMHO this seems like a .NET problem or possibly just IIS being a bit of a pain. I have tried reinstalling IIS, the .NET frameworks and Eclipse.NET but it still doesn't work. I do get a couple of IIS/.NET related errors in the event log but these just mention performance data. The only other thing that is different is that I am now using Server 2003 Std x64 rather than Server 2003 Std x86. Surely this cannot be the problem though?

Assuming cost come back equal, which firewall + web filter would you deploy in your organisation tomorrow: Sophos XGS WatchGuard Fortinet Palo Alto Other We are currently investigating the list of vendors above for a multi site firewall project. If your chosen firewall provider isn't listed above, which would you choose and why? We would need the following functionality: Usual Firewall + Web Filtering Layer 7 App control DHCP server RADIUS accounting SD-WAN (site to site VPN) Interested to know everyone's thoughts. * disclaimer We are currently a Sophos XG house and we aren't unhappy with it, but we are not investigating the market to see if there is anything worth investigating. I'd be very interested to hear comments from those that moved from Sophos XG to something else and how they found the alternative. Usual grass isn't always greener...

VLE and Website Manager Line Manager: TBC Salary: Teacher Payscale M1-M6 with overseas allowance and free accomodation Purpose of the post To maintain an overview of the school website and to drive the e-learning initiatives. . Duties and Responsibilities • To drive the development of BISR’s Frog Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) • Provide a broad range of direct VLE training and lead the Frog Champions, with the aim of helping to disseminate knowledge and skills to all departments. • Manage the schools online presence, including the school’s website, and help keep the different sites and services up-to-date. • Day-to-today management of the VLE service desk E-Learning: • To complete an audit of current provision and create a strategic plan for BISR’s development of its e-Learning capabilities. To help develop the learning platform (VLE), in consultation with staff, so that is easily accessible and supports teaching staff in their delivery, administrative staff in service administration and learners in their studies. • To act as the key administrator for the learning platform, and to advise and support colleagues in the management of the platform and be the day to day link with the “host” system. • To help synthesise the many different web –based elements that we use on a daily basis in to one user-friendly portal. For example how our VLE interacts effectively with our exchange email accounts, our SIMS Learning Gateway platform (internal), our Eclipse Library System (external), our Overdrive digital library system (external), and our CHQ ECA system (external) • To set up control systems, including log-ins for staff, and develop administrative processes . • To develop a user friendly content management system, for administrative procedures, teaching staff and for learner usage, undertake regular checks to ensure the content is relevant and kept up to date. • To induct, train, and give ongoing support to staff on the use of the platform and to keep an up-to-date record of all staff training and competence levels. • Research new learning technologies and work with staff to implement them. • Work alongside middle managers to assist the enhancement of education using ICT. • To attend staff meetings to motivate usage, seek comments from users for improvements and share practice in order that processes are user friendly and functional. • To attend conferences and training events to keep up to date with developments in the e-learning and e-technology. Website Management: • Update and develop the website regularly with school information approved by the SLT team. This may include remotely updating information in the case of emergency closure. This will also include updating the exam results page in August. Skill/Experience Requirement: • Experience of working in an innovative school environment. • Experience of social media networks and digital marketing systems. • Experience of using Frog and Microsoft SharePoint . • Evidence of leadership and project management skills • Must be enthusiastic, self-reliant and self-motivated • Must have an in depth technical knowledge and be “hands on” when it comes to implementing solutions. If, having read the job description, you are interested in joining us, please submit the following to [email protected] : 1. your c.v. including details of 3 professional referee 2. a completed application form available from www.bisr.com.sa 3. a recent photograph (so we will recognise you if you are invited for interview) 4. a letter of application addressed to Mr Mantz Principal

Does anyone have any experience with URL Rewrite on IIS 8.5? I am attempting to redirect any requests to Frog onto Frog and not really having any real success. The rewrite rule I currently have is: However all it seems to do is set the address to http://www.coombeshead.com/vle.coombeshead.com

Hi All, I have probably misfiled this but it seemed the most appropriate place... We use Exchange 2010 and have some calendars published to the web (that bit works ok...) We can subscribe to them as ical or display through Outlook Web App. HOWEVER - the Outlook Web App will only load Month view by default... we want Work-week (Monday-Friday) view by default... Does anyone know how we can achieve this? Alternatively, we're open to anything open source and free that we could install on a web-server which might sit between Exchange and displaying the calendars how we wish. Thanks Gareth

Hi, Because our old Ruckus 1000 controller wouldnt support the new and cheaper AP's, we recently got a new Ruckus Controller running the latest software.. and I set the whole network up again. The network is still going very well and the new model AP's seem rock solid (dont remember the model right now..), however I now cannot login to the controller's web interface.. It's on a static IP and I've power-cycled it a few times over the last 2 weeks.. It redirects me to a blank page with this URL: https://x.x.x.12/_.html (I've xx'd out the real IP) Luckily as I said, the network is still going fine. Anyone seen this before? ta Craig.

Hi All, This is a totally noob question but.... can you install moodle on a server already hosting a website or does it need to be set up a server of its own? Thanks

Hi guys, I'm just curious as to what you are currently using for your school email systems, what you do about web hosting and what your plans / views are toward hosted services e.g. Hosted Exchange, Hosted Sharepoint, External Dedicated Servers / External Virtual Machines How much do you pay now (approx for in-house, or hosted - if so what do you use) Thanks

Hello, We are looking at moving away from out Local authority for internet/filtering and firewall. We currently have our internet provided by them and they deal with Firewall/filtering their end. The problem with this is proxies! We are going to start rolling out BYOD across selected years (currently 6th form) and having them connect to a student wifi and manually select the proxy when inside school and disconnect when at home is not practical. We are looking for a solution where No proxies (or be is visable proxies to the end user) On site filtering (websites etc) Firewall (ports, protocols etc that can be managed inside) We plan to use TMG to have all traffic going through this Lease line (100Mbs Up and Down that can be configured for users The idea is a student with his/her own device can connect to a wireless network (using AD credentials) and not have to type proxy address in. Need to find out what you use (SonicWall/SmoothWall/ etc) if its good, what is useful and how you do it. We have had a look at SonicWall which seems to be useful to us but would like to hear from current users before we complete the proposal for SLT/SMT. Thank you, William

Hello, I am trying to configure the user login interface on PaperCut for staff to release their print jobs manually when printing to a certain printer. Ideally what I'd like is to have the default log in page go straight to the 'Jobs Pending Release' page, instead of the 'Summary' page. I cannot find an option for this anywhere in the PaperCut admin options, has anyone managed to do this or successfully redirect it to a different page other than 'Summary'? Thanks.

Interesting one here. We're looking to build our own web application via HTML and PHP for a support help desk. Does anyone know whether it'd be at all possible, to when a user logs in to Office 365, use those credentials to log them into our web application? So this way we can track which user it is, without them logging in twice. Any help at all would be appreciated. I've created PHP/MySQL web login systems before but nothing like this where we'd be connecting through another system. Cheers. Nick

37 hours per week, Full year NYB08 - £20,456-£22,434 King James's School is seeking to appoint a Senior ICT Technician with graphical and/or basic web skills on a permanent basis. You will be joining the School’s highly committed and supportive ICT team and work directly with the Senior Network Manager. The successful candidate will have the ability to work flexibly, have an impressive talent for multi-tasking and a focus for problem solving. You will be able to assist in the smooth running of ICT systems within the School by undertaking a number of key responsibilities such as; monitoring and maintaining the School’s ICT systems, providing technical advice and support to staff and pupils, along with assisting in the enhancement of our digital learning strategy. The ideal candidate will have a strong and in-depth technical understanding of ICT systems, servers and network infrastructure. Experience of Apple products would be an advantage. Ideally you will have worked in a Hyper-V environment and will also be familiar with Microsoft Office 365 and HP Switch management. An industry recognised qualification from Microsoft, CompTIA or Cisco would be advantageous although qualifications from other relevant vendors would be considered. In return we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with the opportunity to develop your career through our professional development programme. We welcome you to visit our school prior to application. Should you wish to discuss the post or arrange a visit, please contact: Mr Phillip Hemstock (Senior Network Manager) on 01423 866 061 The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all members of staff to share this commitment. An Enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this post. For further details about this role and to apply, please visit: King James's School - Vacancies Completed applications must be submitted via email to: [email protected] and be received by: 10am, Monday 27th February 2017. Interviews will be held: Friday 3rd March 2017. Please note that CVs will not be accepted.