Equipment

Some of you have asked specific tech-related questions about what we used to set up the lab in Tierra Linda:

Computers: Mac iBook G4's, purchased through www.macstation.com in Abbotsford.  Durable used laptops, with enough power to accomplish any basic computer needs.  We installed Firefox and Open Office in Spanish (free), as well as AType Trainer For Mac (also free). 

Printer: HP Laserjet 1006.  Durable and cost-efficient.  www.officedepot.com or multiple resellers.

Internet: TIGO USB modem, purchased at a local shop.  It's a Huawei E160, although there are several models available through TIGO.  Specific custom-fitted antennas for various USB modems can be purchased through www.panorama-antennas.com, based in England.  We connect the TIGO to one laptop, then share the connection to the other computers wirelessly.  Basically, the modem computer reverses its wireless card, and uses it as a broadcaster rather than a receiver.  www.tigo.com.gt

Keyboard Stickers: www.4-keyboard.com.  We used the Spanish ISO layout in the Mac preferences, since it's identical to the Windows Spanish keyboard layout.

Container: Rubbermaid bin from www.londondrugs.com, with total dimensions of 62.7 inches.  Cinch strap from www.princessauto.com.