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Computers Grades:
Quick Stats
Wireless Network?
Yes - Available in almost all buildings and some outdoor areas.
Computer Labs
3 - main labs
24-Hour Labs?
Yes - Informational Resource Centers (IRCs) in the Educational Technology Center
College Prowler Take
In the past, the campus computer situation yearned for a massive overhaul. Now, the computer situation around campus presents students with countless new-age computing options. From the Educational Technology Center to the wireless networking that exists throughout a majority of the campus, Reed’s revamped computer situation and computer labs allow students numerous opportunities to further their education around campus without having to own a computer. Although students do believe the new computer labs to be an excellent resource, most agree that owning a computer makes the Reed experience much more convenient. Additionally, if you own a computer, Reed’s Computer User Services (CUS) willingly assists anyone with any queries at virtually any hour, making troubleshooting problems a breeze.
Reed outfits nearly every classroom with a new computer as well, allowing professors to take advantage of numerous multimedia resources. Beyond all the services that CIS provides, they also train and designate a number of Terminal Watchers (T-Watchers) whose main job is to assist other students with technological troubleshooting. In short, computers at Reed used to be lacking; but now, they blaze a trail in accessibility, assistance, and overall ease of use.
Students Speak Out
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Anonymous says:  |
The computer setup is very good...
The computer setup is very good here. The labs are never crowded, and the Computer User Services people are pretty good about helping you with issues. I would still recommend bringing your own computer, if you can afford it. Buy your computer from Reed, since they have an excellent deal with Macintosh. I have definitely functioned very comfortably, even when my computer has been out of commission for long stretches of time. One minor complaint is that the computer lab is like a seven-minute walk from my dorms. |
Anonymous says: |
The network is amazing and super...
The network is amazing and super useful. Most profs put coursework on the servers, so you can find it if you lost an assignment or didn’t make it to class. Bringing your own computer is a good move, but if you can’t, the labs are always open and not often crowded. |
Anonymous says: |
There have only been a couple...
There have only been a couple times when the network was down the two years I have been here. I don’t think there is ever a time when every computer at the ETC is taken. All the same, everyone I know has his or her own computer, probably just because it is too inconvenient to walk all the way to the ETC. |
Anonymous says: |
Labs are great here, and most...
Labs are great here, and most students are eternally grateful that the campus is predominantly Mac. This means Windows support here is generally lacking, but for anyone who comes with a Mac, the network is easy and has a lot of good resources. Labs are often unoccupied; I have only seen them crowded during scheduling. |
Anonymous says: |
There’s always room in the...
There’s always room in the computer labs, even right before a humanities paper is due, but if you work better alone, bring your own computer. I’m very glad I have my own iBook because I work best in my room, but if you can work well in a quiet computer lab, then a computer’s not completely necessary. |
Facts
Discounted Software
Discounted software is available at the bookstore and through computing services
Free Software
Symantic AntiVirus
Charged to Print?
Yes - 10 cents for black and white, 35 cents for color; first $20 free each year. Seniors are given $40.
Did You Know?
Steve Jobs, the Macintosh guru, donated a collection of Apple computers to Reed a few years back. Jobs, who attended Reed at one point, still maintains a connection with the school.
Reed’s Computer Information Services uses a lottery system to allocate their computers to a decent number of students who do not own computers.
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