1. Brooklyn Public Library (BPL) is proud to roll out
its next generation of public computers this
summer.
These computers are faster and more reliable,
and they offer a greater range of tools and
software. We believe that they will help
improve the library experience .
This slideshow will introduce you to some of the
new features.

2. Improved Web Browsing
We heard your requests and added
Mozilla’s Firefox browser. We also
updated Internet Explorer and
improved search, browser and
toolbar settings.

3. Save Temporary Files
Now you can save the files you create and
download to the temporary (T:) drive, which you
can find by launching the Computer icon.
NOTE: The T: drive is erased at the end of your
session, but you can attach the files you save there
to an email or upload them to the cloud for later
retrieval. Bringing your own flash drive to the
library is still recommended.

4. New Programs
The new computers feature several new
software applications under the Programs icon,
including the latest version of the Microsoft
Office suite and, for the first time, multimedia
creation and editing software.

5. Microsoft Office 2010
The new computers offer Office 2010, the
current version of Microsoft’s productivity
suite, which includes Access, Excel, Picture
Manager, PowerPoint, Publisher and Word.
To learn more about Office 2010
software, including changes from earlier
versions, visit this online guide.

6. Multimedia Software
The new computers also feature new creativity
and editing software, including:
•Audacity, an audio recording and editing program.
Tutorials here.
•GIMP 2, an image manipulation program. Tutorials
here.
•Windows Live Movie Maker, a video creation and
editing program. Tutorials here.
•You can also burn DVDs with Windows DVD Maker.

7. Multiple Media Players
You now have several options for playing audio or
video files, including Windows Media Player and the
open source VLC media player.
Using Overdrive Media and Adobe Digital
Editions, you can even transfer eBook titles onto your
eReader or portable device.

8. New Accessibility Tools
Windows 7 is Microsoft’s most accessible operating system
yet. Some of the accessibility tools include:
•Magnify: Zooms in on the screen to make text and objects easier to
see.
•On-Screen Keyboard: Displays standard keys on the monitor, so you
can “type” with a mouse or other pointing device.
•Narrator: Reads on-screen text aloud and describes some events that
happen while you're using the computer.
•Speech Recognition: Enables you to interact with your computer
using only your voice.