Olney Friends School is well equipped with excellent technology resources. Students have access to computers throughout the Main Building, most of which run on our GNU/Linux network. A wireless network in the Main Building provides internet access for students who choose to bring their personal laptop to school.
Our technology choices are made carefully; we encourage students to use technology responsibly. Email and non-academic web browsing are limited to non-academic hours, and students are restricted in the amount of time they spend playing computer games. There are no internet connections in the dorms.
We have a well-equipped computer classroom with a multi-media presentation system, and a a number of Macs that support the art and music departments. There are also computers in the library for research and personal use. Our full time Technology Coordinator provides support to school computer systems.
Olney Friends School operates a free and open-source computing environment. School servers run Debian Linux and academic computers run Ubuntu Linux. The IT infrastructure supports the diverse tasks of approximately 100 users with dual Internet connections, un-interruptible power supplies, off-site network backup, and hands-on tech support.
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Faculty at Olney are mindful of each student's participation and preparation, aware of individual needs for additional assistance.