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The University is well equipped with computers, and everything is relatively new and updated; flat-screen Dells and Macs adorn the computer labs and libraries. There are often computers available, but come finals week, finding an open computer is like finding the Holy Grail, especially when students procrastinate their studying and spend time stalking Facebook instead. There are many printers available in order to make your 10-page paper a tangible reality. However, you must have Podium Money on your card (which can be added on the University website) because each page is 10 cents. This can become a hassle due to the fact that many students don’t have Podium Money, so having your own printer or using your friend's printer is sometimes a better option. The library has scanners and copiers, as well.

It’s definitely recommended to bring your own laptop to school. Not only can you sit on your bed and do homework, but you can also bring it to class and lectures. It’s also recommended to bring an Ethernet cord; all dorms come equipped with Ethernet jacks. Although the school has its own wireless network, it can get extremely slow and frustrating when a lot of students use it at once. Ethernet is much quicker and more reliable. Each classroom has its own computer, but it’s mainly utilized by the professor. Classes are very computer interactive, using programs such as Blackboard and ERes to distribute grades, do homework, and make announcements. This allows a better and more sufficient interaction between students and professors.

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evie51

'14

Communications

3.5

B

Labs Are Excellent With the Exception of One Problem

The computer labs are never crowded, there is always a computer for you to use. The internet speed is fast but the only thing that I find a problem with is the cost of printing. At my old school, Kingsborough Community College, the printing was free no matter how many pages you were printing. It makes absolutely no sense to charge for printing.

Feb 03, 2012

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sophiesf08

'14

Commercial and Advertising Art

3.1

B-

Have Your Hawk Eye Ready During Finals and Midterm

The library is usually is four floors not including the basement of books, and random computers. Almost ever computer is taken during finals and midterm week or at the end of the semester. It is normally arctic cold in Albany and many try and use the public computers located in the residence halls. The Wifi is very slow in the dorms and regular in the library. Wireless is accessible and faster on campus. I would advise def advise a personal laptop but printer wouldn't be necessary due to the public printer normally not being to busy and being 10 cents a copy.

Feb 01, 2012

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swlt

'14

Economics

4.2

A-

Good Enough

The main university library is equipped with reliable amount of computers when needed. Since the library consist of 3 flrs, you can always find a space available to access a desktop.

Jan 31, 2012

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