Hi There,

I work in a specialized sort of library (map library), but I like the idea of some open source stuff on there. We have R, R studio, QGIS, and Anaconda (Python). Plus lots of your typical proprietary software. Firefox is standard. I think Gimp would be a good addition as you suggest. Maybe even an open alternative to Illustrator... but probably the best for that is Inkscape... which is pretty rough in my experience.

Just my $.02.

Best,
Phil
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-----Original Message-----
From: Code for Libraries <[log in to unmask]> On Behalf Of charles meyer
Sent: Friday, January 29, 2021 3:31 PM
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Subject: [CODE4LIB] Software on Public Computers

My esteemed listmates,



We’re considering adding software on the library’s public access computers.



I was wondering which applications others offer which your public or students have found helpful?



Do you offer any open-source programs like Libre Office, GIMP or Firefox?



We have MS Office (Word, Excel, Publisher, Power Point, Acrobat Reader, VLC Media Player, Chrome, and The Edge on the PCs now.



Thank you!


Charles.