There are a number routines and steps that you will need to become familiar with over time. We have outlined a few worthy of mention here, although several are not actually required tasks, you will find this list useful as a prompt. Daily Tasks you should consider each and every time you use the LibCode […]

Protecting your Work from Loss… As with all databases, backing up (making copies for safety) is absolutely essential. Computers DO FAIL, but by systematically backing up your database the likelihood of losing data is greatly reduced. NOTE:   Each time you choose to backup the LibCode Suite, you are backing up everything you have done up to that […]

Each week you should: Upload New/Changed Records to your web catalogue (if you have one). Copy either the contents of the CMEPlus or CMESafe folder onto an extra Thumb drive and label it accordingly in addition to the daily backups.

At the end of the term: Perform ALL backup options (Backup, Alternate Backup, External Backup). Turn off and unplug all computers that do not have a UNinterruptible Power Supply connected. As most schools have staff development days/pupil free days at the beginning of each term it is a good idea to use these days for database maintenance. Upload All […]

At both the beginning and the end of every year there are a number of additional ‘chores’ that need to be carried out to ensure a smooth transition into the upcoming year. At the beginning of the year: These steps apply to LibCode and Text Tracker: Software upgrade(s) (this is only relevant if an upgrade […]