In addition to the new E-mail system, each user will have access to several additional services. Technology Resource Teachers will provide training on these services during the 2008-2009 school year. Below are the services available and a short description: Google Docs: Users can create documents, spreadsheets and presentations and collaborate with each other in real-time right inside a web browser window. Google Docs makes creating and collaborating on documents, spreadsheets, and presentations simple. Not only can you create and edit your own docs, but you can also have multiple people view or edit together. With Google Docs, you don't have to manage multiple versions of the same attachment from different people. You always control who has access, whether it's just yourself, your team, or the entire school division. You can even publish docs to the world. Google Docs is available from anywhere that has an Internet connection. Another great feature is that you can export your documents in many different formats such as Microsoft Office, Open Office, and PDF. You can also upload existing documents from these programs.
Google Calendar: Users can organize their schedules and share events, meetings and entire calendars with others. You can also publish calendars and events on the web. Google Start Page: A central place for you to preview your inboxes and calendars, access your essential content, and search the web. This service includes some really cool gadgets! Google Sites: Google Sites is the easiest way to make information accessible to people who need quick, up-to-date access. People can work together on a Site to add file attachments, information from other Google applications (like Google Docs, Google Calendar, YouTube and Picasa), and new free-form content. Creating a site together is as easy as editing a document, and you always control who has access, whether it's just yourself, your team, or the entire school division. You can even publish sites to the world. The Google Sites web application is accessible from any internet connected computer. A great place to learn about the amazing functionality of the Google Apps suite is their online help center at the link below.
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