Cleveland Law Library Weblog

Celebrating CLEVNET!

 

On this day, 40 years ago, CLEVNET was created. What started as a small consortium between the Cleveland Public Library and the Cleveland Heights-University Heights Public Library, has expanded across Ohio. Today, CLEVNET has 47 member libraries that operate in 12 counties and proudly serve nearly one million people across Northeast Ohio. The CLEVNET system benefits libraries and patrons, alike. Through this partnership, CLEVNET libraries can share cataloging services, administration, computer equipment, professional support, and consolidate their circulation. As a patron of a CLEVNET library, you can access the vast collections of every participating library, that is over 12 million items at your fingertips. CLEVNET has been vital to the library ecosystem of Northeast Ohio. The Cleveland Law Library has been a proud member of CLEVNET since 1985. We are here to congratulate CLEVNET on this momentous milestone! Here’s to another 40 years!

Law Library Insights- Episode 1

Our podcast is LIVE! Please check out Law Library Insights to learn more about the upcoming Ohio election and Issue 1. Election day is Tuesday, November 8th.

TECH THURSDAY: HAVE YOU BEEN 'SMASHED'??

Spammers are a resourceful bunch. They're always coming up with new ways to take your money. One of the newer scams is called 'Smishing', combining SMS and phishing. If you have received a text from what you think is your bank, the USPS or another company you do business with asking you for information, it was probably Smishing. Fortunately, there are ways to protect yourself. The 'Mashable Team's' article "Smash texting scams: How to avoid smishing attacks" gives you some pointers on how to spot and avoid such attacks. You can read their article by Clicking Here.

Cyber Security Awareness Month

October is Cyber Security Awareness Month. As technology advances, so does the threat to our personal information and security. When you are online, you need to be vigilant. Remember to keep your passwords strong and secure. Be on the lookout for spam and phishing emails. Keep your software up to date.  Stay ahead of the hackers this October and learn more about cyber security on the Cleveland Law Library's virtual display.

International Podcast Day

We are excited to announce that we are rebooting the Cleveland Law Library podcast, Library Insights. Stay tuned for more details! #InternationalPodcastDay

TECH THURSDAY: TO-DO LIST FOR YOUR NEW COMPUTER

Is it time for a new computer? After you open the box and set it up, there are a couple of things you should do right away. You want your new PC to be safe and personalized. Eric Griffith's PCMag article "Got a New PC? 11 Things to Do Right Away" gives a list of steps to take to get you started. You can read his article by Clicking Here.

Starting 1/1/23, Ohio Attorneys Can Take All CLE Online

If you have not already heard, the Ohio Supreme Court just announced that starting 1/1/23, Ohio attorneys will be able to complete all of their biennial CLE requirements online. It is no secret that attorneys have been enjoying the flexibility they have had during the pandemic to take all of their CLE courses online. Now, the Supreme Court has permanently removed the self-study cap so that lawyers will be able to continue taking all of their classes from their homes and offices. Many lawyers have told our Law Library that they appreciate the cost savings and convenience from not having to travel or pay for parking to attend CLE programs. For more information, you can read the Supreme Court's press release or review the Court's CLE FAQ's.

Cleveland Law Library Welcomes New Reference Librarian

Please join us in welcoming Kayla Fertig, our newest Reference Librarian. Kayla is a graduate of Kent State University and a northeast Ohio native. She loves all things Cleveland and is excited to be a part of the Cleveland Law Library team.  Congratulations and welcome aboard!

TECH THURSDAY: STEPS TO TAKE WHEN A WEBSITE WON'T LOAD

Did you ever click on a web link only to get the dreaded 404 error (This site can't be reached)? There are a few things you can try to see if you can get the page to load. Click Here to read Whitson Gordon's article "What to Do When a Website Won't Load".

TECH THURSDAY: PREPARE YOUR BUSINESS FOR A CYBER ATTACK

In today's climate, the chances of your business being the victim of a cyber attack are high. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to protect yourself. Click Here to read Almog Apirion's article "How Businesses Can Prepare For, and Ultimately Prevent Cyber Attacks".