The concept arose as a means of administering a Universitywide project to install a computer network. When software prices began to rise, the idea expanded. Today, TSL is an independent office with a staff of four. Located on the first floor of Prince Hall, TSL generates its own budget through the money it collects in user fees. Through TSL's Web site, people can join a program, renew existing memberships and order software.
Members can request that the disks and documentation be delivered to their office by courier.
Some software even is available to be downloaded from the computer network. It also is flexible. As a cooperative, its members determine its programs. We're grassroots-driven by our members in terms of what our products are. Therefore, Blair said, getting the word out on this high-tech library is important.