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One thing I find frustrating about WebDewey is that I have to log on again if I have not used it for 40 minutes. Why is this necessary, and can anything be done about it?
Yes, the time-out feature is necessary. It's not possible for us to leave a large number of inactive sessions open on the Internet. Other OCLC systems—and most Internet applications requiring logon—also must end inactive sessions after a set period of time.
However, as part of the many enhancements OCLC is making to its online cataloging interface on July 1, we will be implementing a feature that makes it possible for you to store your authorization number and password. This will make logging on to WebDewey much faster and easier.
We have also provided a timer that counts down the 40-minute period. At present it displays at the bottom of the navigation bar on the left side of the screen, but with the interface changes scheduled for July 1, the timer will be redesigned and placed in a more prominent location.
You can choose whether the timer displays or not (this affects timer display only—it does not disable the 40-minute time out). To do this, use the General tab on the navigation bar. Choose Administration, then Display/Update WebDewey Options. The timer option is the last one on the list. To see the timer, choose Enabled; to hide it, choose Disabled. Note: in rare cases, due to a setting in Internet Explorer, the timer may cause your browser cursor to blink repeatedly. If this occurs, please do the following in Internet Explorer:
Last revised: 31 January 2004
- From the menu bar, click on "Tools," then '"Internet Options."
- In the middle of the Internet Options box, click the button labeled "Settings" (in a section called "Temporary Internet Files").
- Radio buttons labeled "Check for newer versions of stored pages" will appear. Choose the radio button "Automatically," and the cursor will stop flashing.