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University of Alabama - Computers - College ProwlerCollege Prowler3.85

Computers

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Wireless Access Yes
24-Hour Labs? Yes
127 Gordon Palmer Hall
Charged to Print? Yes
All computers that are connected to a printer charge $0.05 for a B&W sheet and $0.15 for a sheet in color. All printing systems must be paid by swiping your ACT Card and using Bama Cash.
Computer Labs 60 - dorms, libraries, academic buildings across campus
Operating Systems
  • Mac OS X
  • Windows XP

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With all the different computer labs on campus, UA students have access to tons of hardware and software that they may not have on their own computer. Each department has a computer lab and the software needed for those majors. It’s said that the business and computer science departments have the best computers, but some of these labs are only offered to students in that particular school. Students can always use the computer labs in the libraries, and Gordon Palmer Hall is open 24 hours.

Almost all UA students agree that, while it’s not necessary to bring your own computer, it is convenient. With the many computer labs offered on campus, most students feel they can find a lab somewhere with an open computer. Some students enjoy the social scene while in the labs, but if you need more privacy, owning a computer might be a better idea. Some of the labs on campus are said to be a real social gathering, while others are as quiet as the libraries. If you choose not to bring your own computer, don’t depend on the labs during exam time. Watch out for Gordon Palmer. This 24-hour lab is usually crowded due to its extended lab hours. To guarantee a spot in a lab, try going in the morning or afternoon. The labs become more hectic at night.

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Computers at University of Alabama

kmareader

'14

International Business

3.5
B

Wifi Unreliable in Dorms

The computer labs on campus are great for the most part, they have the required software and printing is cheap. The wifi in the dorms has gone out several times, and while this wasn't a huge deal to me because I have a smartphone, my friends who had online homework were unhappy to say the least. This happened on multiple occasions.

Dec 29, 2011

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Computers at University of Alabama

lbrown21

'15

Biology and Biological Sciences

4.6
A

Computer Labs

Computer Labs are very helpful when your own laptop is not working right or cannot print out a paper. There are four main computer labs on campus and each has printers that you can use. There are also computer labs in the each of the libraries. But most of the labs are full especially during certain times of the day. I recommend you buying a laptop and printer.

Dec 02, 2011

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Computers at University of Alabama

mfancher

'12

Health Care Management

5.0
A+

Accessible

The University of Alabama has many wonderful locations to access its computers on campus. There are always multiple locations any student can go to in order to get onto the internet. The speed and reliability are both excellent and have the occasional hiccup, but never anything that would make studying and working conditions strenuous. I think printing is the only dislike I have because the cost is five cents per page, and there are always plenty of items a student needs printing. So like I said, not a aspect but is not detrimental to the efficientcy of the computers at The University of Alabama.

Aug 31, 2011

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Facts

Special Software & Hardware Discounts

The University Supply Store has academic discount pricing on many software programs.

Free Software

Anti-virus, Secure Shell, Telnet, SFTP, FTP

Did You Know?

Gorgas, Bruno, and Rodgers libraries not only allow students to check out books, it also lets them check out laptops.

If you have any computer problems or questions, contact the Help Desk in Gordon Palmer.

Need help planning your classes? Try UA’s Tide Navigator, a Web-based registration system that is the first of its kind in the United States.

The Sandford Media Center, located 2nd floor of Gorgas Library, has the most up-to-date and advanced technology for recording your own music, video, and design materials. The student and faculty workers there are available to assist you in creating projects and sell materials you might need.

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