Brigham Young University - Computers

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While BYU has 12 open computer labs and over 500 computers, it often seems as if all 30,000 students want to use them at the same time. In order to avoid the crowds and to facilitate late-night paper-writing, many BYU students bring their own computers. The vast majority of BYU-approved housing has high-speed Internet connections that are usually included in the cost of rent. The dorms are all hooked up to BYU’s Ethernet system. Desktops must be high-speed Internet compatible, and laptops require an Ethernet card, which can be purchased in the computer section of the Bookstore. All incoming students are given an e-mail account, and many teachers will use the electronic blackboard for class announcements and homework assignments.

BYU’s network and servers are exceptionally fast and, if you can avoid the firewall, a very good tool when doing research. Students may complain about the firewall, but it rarely causes problems. When it does, however, it is usually more amusing than annoying. All of the labs are updated every three years to ensure that the computers are up-to-date. All computers are all equipped with floppy, CD, and zip drives. In addition to the open computer labs around campus, many of the departments have smaller labs for the students within the majors.

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Students Speak Out

Anonymous says:

I found bringing your own computer... I found bringing your own computer was best. Almost all of the housing both on and off campus has high-speed Internet connections that are very convenient. There are many computer labs on campus, and, for the most part, it is easy to find an available station; however, at certain times during the semester, like midterms, it can become almost impossible and very inconvenient. 12345 Computers Report

Anonymous says:

Having a personal computer is... Having a personal computer is useful, but definitely not necessary. The computer facilities on campus are really good, with new, updated programs and equipment every year. The lines are long at the end of the day sometimes, but you can usually find a lab on campus that is less popular. 12345 Computers Report

Anonymous says:

I’ve never felt the need to have... I’ve never felt the need to have my own computer. Campus labs are usually really crowded in the morning and around lunchtime, but if you frequent them in the afternoon or evening, there is rarely a wait. Plus, most people usually go to the library or SWKT, which tend to be busier than some of the more obscure labs in places like the math building or JKHB. I think they also have wireless Internet in the Wilkinson Center and the library. 12345 Computers Report

Anonymous says:

We have a very fast connection to... We have a very fast connection to the Internet here, and the network seldom goes down. However, file-sharing programs are not allowed on the campus computers, and you can only use them on a personal computer at night (for bandwidth reasons). If you want to surf the Web, read your e-mail, or just chat, the network is great. 12345 Computers Report

Anonymous says:

BYU’s library always has available... BYU’s library always has available computers, and [it’s] open from 8 a.m. to midnight. Bringing your own computer would be helpful, but it is not a necessity—unless you use it 24 hours a day, like I do. 12345 Computers Report

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The computers in the campus labs are updated every three years, ensuring the newest and best technology

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