Florida State University - Computers

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Florida State University prides itself on being one of the most wired universities in the United States. The administration realizes that in order to be competitive, students must have access to the latest technologies. FSU is constantly updating their computer systems and network servers, not only for security purposes, but also to provide its student body with the most up-to-date computing available and the quickest network speed possible. This includes Ethernet connections and wired classrooms, along with a wireless network available at various locations. Many instructors now use FSU’s Blackboard system to post class notes, assignments, and grades that are easy for students to access from any computer location, regardless if you own one or not.

Some students complain about crowded computer labs, but these are usually the ones who wait until the last minute to complete their assignments. Also, the school has adopted a stricter policy on file trading due to the strain it puts on the network servers and to avoid the possibility of copyright infringement lawsuits. This new enforcement helps to speed up the network. In addition to these new policies, the systems have been upgraded, continuing to make the network quicker. Having your own computer is not a necessity at FSU, but it is nice to have the convenience of checking your e-mail or communicating via Instant Messenger in the comfort of your own room.

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Students Speak Out

yamigarutako says: Florida State University 2014 Physical Sciences

There are computer labs all over... There are computer labs all over campus—not just in the libraries, but also in Carothers and in the Union. It'll cost you money to print in the lab though, so put some money on your chip if you're going to print anything. It's cheaper to wait until you get home, but sometimes you can't, and that's why we have so many computers on campus! 12345 Computers: October 18, 2008 Report

Anonymous says:

The campus network is fairly... The campus network is fairly stable. The servers tend to crash at inappropriate times, and they do quite a bit of maintenance on the weekends, but the upgrades seem to be paying off with better speed and reliability. 12345 Computers Report

Anonymous says:

If you are one of those... If you are one of those last-minute people, I strongly suggest you have your own computer, printer, and paper. Every time I hear someone rant about not being able to get in a lab or that the printer jammed on the 10th page of a 12-page paper, it reaffirms my decision to have my own PC. 12345 Computers Report

Anonymous says:

For having such a high-tech... For having such a high-tech reputation, FSU hasn’t really reached its computer labs, yet. Unless you’re hitting them early in the morning, or you’re lucky enough to find one open late at night, you’re better off having your own system. 12345 Computers Report

Anonymous says:

The school is constantly updating... The school is constantly updating their servers and software, so technophiles will be in heaven here. As far as the labs are concerned, it’s all in the timing. Wait till the last minute, and you can expect to stand in line to get on a system. 12345 Computers Report

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Yahoo! ranked FSU as the 18th most wired university in the nation.

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