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Computers Grades:
Quick Stats24-Hour Labs?
Yes - ITS lab and "house" labs (in the dorms)
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Caltech probably has a lot of computers, and students have access to most of them. The residence houses on campus provide Internet connections, and cable is provided for those living in college-owned, off-campus housing. The computers there run either Windows or UNIX, and there are a few Macs (some houses have a separate lab for the Macs). The house labs have a budget, and new computers, monitors, and printers are bought on a regular basis. Every house also has a student ITS (Internet Technology Services) representative who oversees the labs and helps students with any problems they may have. Students have 24-hour access to all the labs in their houses, which also have printers, so students need not worry about paper, toner, or ink cartridges. Unfortunately, the off-campus students don’t have such printing luxuries. Many students also have access to departmental computer labs where they can gain access to computers or technology within their department. Every research group has its own set of computers and printers located all over campus in field-specific buildings. These labs also have software that is field-specific and extremely useful for students. Having access to departmental labs is a privilege that many Techers enjoy. There are also computers on campus that everyone can access. These computers are located in Caltech’s libraries (see the Facilities section for more information). Caltech is a research-oriented school, and having access to a computer at all times is handy. Students prefer to have their own computers because a good portion of the homework here requires the use of a computer, whether it is a math program or something to prepare a spreadsheet with. Some students here even like to build computers! Students Speak Out
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Anonymous says:  |
The computer network here is...
The computer network here is really good—very fast Ethernet connection, no problems. The labs are usually not that crowded. I would recommend bringing a computer to college, just for convenience, though the labs are fine. For a month, when my laptop was in for repair, I used the lab in my house. Not a problem, just frustrating to go out there to check e-mail and stuff. |
Anonymous says: |
Yeah, bring your own computer. The...
Yeah, bring your own computer. The labs are almost never crowded and tend to work (though the printers need more paper), but I think having a computer is a good thing. Sabotaging it during first term frosh year is certainly a good idea, though, as it forces you to be social. My computer didn’t work during my first term frosh year, and it was probably the best thing that happened to me freshman year. |
Anonymous says: |
I have never had to wait to use a...
I have never had to wait to use a computer in any lab. One can certainly function without a computer here if they need to, and many do, as the individual house labs are quite sufficient. |
Anonymous says: |
While the network certainly has...
While the network certainly has flaws, it runs better than any other campus network I have seen. Their connections are fast and always up, remote storage is more than ample, and the volume you can put on your student Web site is better than many pay services. |
Anonymous says: |
It is more convenient, but it’s...
It is more convenient, but it’s not necessary to have your own computer at Caltech. Your roommate’s computer is also just as good. |
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