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The best thing about the computers at Birmingham-Southern is that the majority of them are brand new. Although the IT staff does not have a very visible presence on campus, because their office is located in the basement (or the dungeon, some say) of the Harbert building, they are quick to respond to e-mails through their Helpdesk Web site (helpdesk.bsc.edu). When new students arrive on campus, each computer is whisked away for a 24-hour period so that they can configure them to work with the network properly. If your computer situation changes during the year, they are willing to reconfigure your new setup as well. They also equip each computer with Symantec Antivirus Corporate Edition, and periodically send out e-mails informing students and faculty of any known computer viruses or threats that they should be aware of. If you’re prone to be a late-night studier, then the in-dorm labs will be a convenient option for you. All of the dorms are equipped with computer labs and printers. Sometimes the printers are on the fritz or are out of paper, but usually within a day or so, they are in working shape again. While having your own personal computer may be easy, there is certainly not a lack of accessible computers on campus.

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Computers at Birmingham-Southern College

kdflagg

'14

Mathematics

4.2

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Mostly Hps, Not Macs

At Birmingham-Southern, the majority of the computer labs feature HPs, not Macs. They require you to enter in your student ID in order to print, and the cost for printing comes off a deductible balance that is included in student fees. The WIFI is very accessible, and the technical service is very helpful if you ever encounter a problem.

Jan 22, 2011

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I would recommend bringing your...

I would recommend bringing your own computer, even though there are a lot of available ones on campus. It’s just easier with your own. You never know when a lab is going to be full, when a school printer might be broken, or when a computer may be out of order. Sometimes, you would just rather sit in your underwear in your own room and work instead of walking to a computer lab. I didn’t have any problems with the network my first year,but as changes are being made and the network was updated, lots of people have trouble.

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I do not have a computer of my...

I do not have a computer of my own, and I have never had trouble finding a computer to use on campus. Most people do have one of their own; however, it is not a necessity.

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