LM_NET 09/07/01: No Subject

[Lee Gordon <lgordon@LVCM.COM>]

One thing I do for extension cords and VGA cables, etc., is
to use bright yellow plastic tape about 2-3 inches wide
(available at hardware stores and even the hardware section
of the grocery store).  I cut off a piece about 8 inches
long and fold it around the cable, usually near one end.
That makes a flag  that you can write on with a Sharpie or
marker.  I write the school abbreviation (SVHS) and a
number, which could be a temporary check out number or an
actual barcode number, or just a sequential number so you
know how many you have. =20

The tape is bright enough and the flag big enough to be very
visible.  The tape stays on pretty well, too.  Bright yellow
duct tape works well, too, and it is really sticky.

Or, how about keeping all the cables in a cabinet in your
office and making people ask for them and actually check
them out.


Lee D. Gordon, Librarian
Sierra Vista High School     (702)799-6820 x230
8100 W. Robindale Rd.          FAX 799-6847
Las Vegas, NV 89113   lgordon@lvcm.com
(New school as of July, 2001)

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