Remote-access Guide

boston globe library remote access

by Liam Welch Published 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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How do I get unlimited access to the Boston Globe?

Many home delivery subscribers get unlimited access. Go to the Member Center to link your account. Not a Subscriber? for full access to the Boston Globe digital edition.

How do I Manage my Globe subscription?

Log in to My Account for an easy way to maintain and manage your Globe subscription. Edit your profile. Review and update your subscription type. Make a payment or set up a vacation suspension.

How do I contact the Boston Public Schools Technology Support Team?

Boston Public Schools: BPS Technology Help Desk Support at 617-635-9200 Boston Police Department: BPD Tech Support Group at 617-343-9600 Boston Fire Department: Information Technology Division at 617-343-3483

Should cities and towns offer free remote access to public meetings?

State Senator Jason Lewis of Winchester and state Representative Denise Garlick of Needham have filed legislation that would require cities and towns to continue offering free remote access to municipal public meetings. Elected officials serving on municipal boards would still have to conduct meetings in person.

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How can I read the Boston Globe for free?

Visitors can enjoy limited free articles on BostonGlobe.com, as well as unrestricted access to browse the homepage. Non-subscribers can also sign up for our free newsletters at bostonglobe.com/newsletters, or follow us on Facebook for more ways to see a sample of headlines and content topics of interest.

How do I get into the Boston Globe archives?

In order to get unlimited access to our Archives dating back to 1872, please first ensure you are already logged in on BostonGlobe.com. You can then scroll down all the way to the bottom of our homepage and click "Archives" under the "More" column. You can then search our archives from there.

How do I get into the Boston Public Library?

If you have a Boston Public Library card, you can use it to access all these services. If you don't have a library card yet or if yours has expired, you can register for an eCard. If your primary residence is in Massachusetts, you are eligible.

Is Boston Public Library free?

It was the first large free municipal library in the United States, the first public library to lend books, the first to have a branch library, and the first to have a children's room.

How do I get free newspaper archives?

Guides to Online Free NewspapersChronicling America: Historic Newspapers. ... Elephind.com: Search the World's Historical Newspaper Archive. ... Europeana: Newspapers. ... Google Newspaper Archive. ... ICON: International Coalition on Newspapers: International Collections. ... ICON: International Coalition on Newspapers: United States.More items...•

How do I find old Washington Post articles?

You can view and search through all news articles from the Washington Post from its founding in 1877 to the present using ProQuest Historical Newspapers (1877-2003) and Carleton's subscription to WashingtonPost.com (2004-present).

Can anyone use the Boston Public Library?

The Boston Public Library is proudly open to all; a judgment-free space for everyone, shared by the community and used by many different people for many different reasons. The Library expects each of our facilities to be clean, comfortable, and safe places for community use.

Can anyone go to Boston Public Library?

Users are required to present a valid photo ID and a current Boston Public Library card or researcher card to view special collections materials. First time visitors who are Massachusetts residents can register for a BPL card online or a obtain a permanent card at the circulation desk at any BPL location.

Who can use Boston Public Library?

By Age GroupKids.--Children (6-12)--Tweens (9-12)Young Adults.Adults.

Do you need a Library card to get into Boston Public Library?

Is there anything my eCard can't do? Requesting and borrowing physical materials, including museum passes, requires a physical card. eCards can be upgraded to physical cards at any BPL location.

Is Boston Public Library open for studying?

All BPL locations are closed until further notice.

How much does it cost to get married at the Boston Public Library?

The typical rental of the Boston Public Library venue space will cost $15,400. The money includes the base fee and other costs such as load in/out fees, removal of security gates at entrance, bridal suite set-up and courtyard setup.

How do I contact The Boston Globe?

Customer ServiceCustomer Service.Support@BostonGlobe.com.1-888-MYGLOBE.

What is the cost of the Sunday Boston Globe?

The daily retail price of the in-print single copy is $3 and The Boston Globe suggested Sunday (The Sunday special) is $6 per copy. The Boston Globe e-paper is the website where the online electronic version of the newspaper is available.

What is the price of the Sunday Boston Globe?

$6.00 per copyThe Boston Globe suggested daily retail price is $3.00 per copy and The Boston Globe suggested Sunday retail price is $6.00 per copy.

Who sells The Boston Globe?

says it has agreed to sell The Boston Globe to the principal owner of the Boston Red Sox for $70 million, a massive drop from the record $1.1 billion it paid for it. Times spokeswoman Eileen Murphy confirms the sale of the Globe and other media properties to businessman John Henry.

How long does OpenAthens cookie last?

If you change web browsers or devices you will be asked to login again. Generally the OpenAthens browser cookie expires every eight hours and then you'll have to login again.

How to login to Boston College?

On many publisher websites, you will see a Login button. Log in using the Institutional Login or OpenAthens Login (wording will vary by publisher), select Boston College from the institution list and login with your BC username and password. If you are asked to select a federation, please select OpenAthens Federation.

How to use OpenAthens?

Using OpenAthens on Publisher Sites 1 Whenever possible, access the Libraries' online resources from the Library search box or from the Database list. 2 If you are on a publisher website and did not go through the library to get there, you can log in using the Institutional Login. Select Boston College from the institution list. 3 Troubleshooting: browser caching can cause problems, try clearing the browser cache and restarting the browser, or try using a different browser. If you are having trouble off-campus, try using the University's Eagle VPN service to create an on-campus connection.

What VPN to use for BC?

Another option is to use Eagle VPN which connects you to the BC network as if you are on-campus. Use the library search box to see if we subscribe to a resource. We use OpenAthens to connect to many library resources. Some publisher sites allow you to login using OpenAthens or Institutional Login.

How to access library resources from off campus?

The easiest way to access library resources from off-campus is to connect through the Library website. When you connect to a database, journal, article, ebook, streaming video, etc. through the library's site you will be asked to sign in to Boston College. Another option is to use Eagle VPN which connects you to the BC network ...

How to find a book in a library?

Start from the Library homepage and use the library search box to search for the resource. After you find the book, chapter, article or paper you need, click on the resource name to see the description . Look for the Permalink button at the bottom of the page, click and copy.

What is permalink in canvas?

Permalinks are the easiest way to link to library resources in Canvas, reading lists, websites, and email. A permalink is a URL or web address that will consistently point to a specific library resource such as an article, ebook, ejournal, streaming video, database, or record in a database.

Does OpenAthens have a BC URL?

Most resources that use OpenAthens will have "openathens" in the URL. For these resources, if you know the URL, you can use the OpenAthens Link Generator to get the BC URL. There are some exceptions including EBSCO, ProQuest, Gale, Kanopy, see below.

What is SSO in ABP?

The Access Boston Portal provides Single Sign-On (SSO) for people. SSO means that once you authenticate, you get access to all the ABP resources (applications, tools, forms) without having to enter your password again.

What is the process used to verify someone's identity?

Authentication is the process used to verify someone's identity. A person arrives to the Access Boston Portal seeking to be authenticated. You have to provide your details, including your ID, password, and sometimes a one-time passcode for multi-factor authentication. What you enter has to match what the City has on file.

What is ping ID?

PingID is a software tool that the City uses for the multi-factor authentication on the Access Boston Portal. When you get a security code, it will come from PingID (via text, phone call or email). There is also a PingID app (available in the Play Store for Android or App Store for iPhones) that you can download to generate codes for you. The company who created PingID is called Ping Identity.

What is MFA in access?

Multi-factor authentication (MFA]), also sometimes called "two-step verification", strengthens your login by including something you know (your password) with something you have (a one-time code sent to your phone or generated by an app). That way, if someone gets a hold of your password, they still cannot get into your account. The Access Boston Portal requires use of MFA.

What is Access Boston?

Access Boston is the City’s system for people to access applications and services with a single, convenient login name and password. In addition to enabling access to the applications and services you use every day, Access Boston also offers an easy-to-use self-service portal. Through this portal, you can manage your account, including changing your password, requesting new access, and updating your devices for use with multi-factor authentication.

What is the phone number for Doit?

The DoIT Service Desk is available for everyone (from any City Department) at any time at 617-635-7378.

What is a sponsor account?

Sponsored Accounts are given to people who are not on the City of Boston's payroll but still need an account in order to access electronic resources. There are different role types: Volunteer. Regular employees can request a Sponsored Account for someone from the Access Boston Portal, and their manager approves the request.

What is a full page reproduction of national and regional newspapers specially selected to best represent nineteenth century Britain?

Full page reproductions of national and regional newspapers specially selected to best represent nineteenth century Britain, including newspapers that helped lead political or social movements and penny papers aimed at the working and clerical classes.

What is a text only article?

Text- only articles (not page reproductions ). Does not contain all content found in the published version of the Times, such as advertisements, charts, classified ads, graphs, most images, and non-staff written articles. Updated daily by 8 a.m.

What is MyHeritage Library Edition?

MyHeritage Library Edition is one of the largest, most internationally diverse genealogy databases of its kind. It provides access to billions of historical documents, millions of historical photos, historical newspapers, and other resources in thousands of databases that span the past five centuries.

How many full text books are there in the 18th century?

Over 180,000 full-text searchable 18th century books, pamphlets, essays, broadsides, and more, primarily in English, covering all aspects of life and knowledge, including history, geography, arts and literature, law, science, medicine, and the social sciences.

What is an Indian newspaper?

American Indian Newspapers is a collection of newspapers, ranging from historic pressings to contemporary periodicals, which together explore nearly 200 years of Indigenous print journalism from the US and Canada.

What is the International Herald Tribune archive?

The International Herald Tribune Historical Archive (1887-2013) features the complete archive of the International Herald Tribune from its origins as the European Edition of The New York Herald and later the European Edition of the New York Herald Tribune. The archive ends with the last issue of the International Herald Tribune before its relaunch as the International New York Times.

How many hours of internet access is available at the library?

Unlimited access while connected to the internet at the library. A limited number of 72-hour passes are available daily for home or remote use.

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