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• Software
• SUN Solaris 10 for our data server platform (pon) • File servers We use two file servers, which are mirrored to contain the same information. We back our servers automatically every day. For added security, the servers are located in different buildings. • Media servers We use two media servers, which are mirrored to contain the same information. We back our servers automatically every day. For added security, the servers are located in different buildings. • College servers Our most demanding programs may be run on bon or eon, two mid-range servers operated by the College of Engineering. • File management We use the shell (terminal window) for file management. The shell (vector) is more effective that a conventional window (raster).
• Privileged access About 20% of our website has privileged access, requiring username and password. • Templates Every once in a while, we create a new webpage using HTML and CSS, with cut and paste editing as appropriate. Once created, we use the page repeatedly as a template for new pages of similar content. • Graphics We use a variety of backgrounds and colors to provide a page design that is appealing to the eye. We make extensive use of image manipulation (Adobe Photoshop) and graphic design software (Corel Draw). • Video Our video portal highlights our growing capabilities in this area. • Numbered We use a digital numbering system to uniquely refer to links on the site. • New We use a New page to highlight new links on the site. • Subdomains We make extensive use of subdomains to highlight the most important links of the site. • Search/Index We use a unique search/index engine to readily find links on the site. • Tales We tell a new story every month to drum up interest on the site. • Slide show Click here to view a slide show of our random rotary portal images. • Updates We comb our website regularly to update information as needed. We adhere to the concept that website development is an ongoing experience. • Size
• 13,000 + links
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