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Florida State University - Computers - College ProwlerCollege Prowler3.46

Computers

Quick Stats

Wireless Access Yes
Libraries, most classroom buildings, Wildwood and DeGraff dorms
24-Hour Labs? No
Charged to Print? Yes
5 cents a page
Computer Labs 3 - public labs
Operating Systems
  • Mac OS X
  • Windows Vista

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

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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Computers at Florida State University

mdoyle420

'15

Music Teacher Education

3.5
B

If You Need a Computer, You Can Find One

There are PLENTY of computers on campus. It's just a matter of finding them. Of course the library is usually crowded, but people are usually never in the Johnston Ground. As for Wi-Fi, the dorms don't have it. Every where else does, but not the dorms. That's definitely frustrating when many devices run solely on Wi-fi.

Feb 09, 2012

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Computers at Florida State University

bromanelli91

'13

International Studies

5.0
A+

FSU Computers and Internet

Computer labs are located throughout campus allowing for easy access. The internet is extremely reliable and fast.

Jan 30, 2012

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Computers at Florida State University

jfgontarek

'14

Communications

5.0
A+

Library Computers

There are multiple libraries with computers available almost always

Dec 29, 2011

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Facts

Special Software & Hardware Discounts

Student discounts are offered at campus bookstores. Plenty of discounted software is available from Adobe, Microsoft, Apple, SAS, Corel, SPSS, Sun, McAfee, and other companies.

Free Software

Visit sl.us.fsu.edu/free.html

Did You Know?

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

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