Wake Forest University - Computers

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The day you arrive at Wake freshman year, you’ll be directed to Information Systems to receive your brand new IBM Thinkpad. In one of the better decisions made by the administration, all new students receive identical laptops and printers to use for two years, which you then exchange for an upgraded model junior year. Not only do you get a sweet laptop with a ton of software packages from day one, the system provides for technology to be a major component both inside and outside of the classroom.

Since the network administrators have the luxury of a standard series of systems to work with, technology can be easily incorporated into the curriculum. You’ll often find yourself on the network while in class. Since laptop use is so prevalent on campus and network connections are essentially everywhere, there aren’t many computer labs on campus. However, there are a few labs in the library and academic departments equipped with tools more specific to a certain project, such as scanners. You’ll become close with your laptop at Wake. It may very well become your new best friend.

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Students Speak Out

Anonymous says:

Don’t worry about computer labs.... Don’t worry about computer labs. Everyone gets their own laptop. It’s somewhat of an obsession. 12345 Computers Report

Anonymous says:

Wake is among the most... Wake is among the most highly-wired campuses in the country. IBM Thinkpads come with your first tuition check. 12345 Computers Report

Anonymous says:

You receive an IBM laptop with... You receive an IBM laptop with tuition, and you get a new one your junior year. There are Ethernet connections in every dorm room, in every classroom, every hallway, lobby, lounge, and library. 12345 Computers Report

Anonymous says:

Wake Forest provides a laptop... Wake Forest provides a laptop computer for you. There’s no need to bring your own. You use these in a lot of classes and get homework through e-mail and have class discussions online. 12345 Computers Report

Anonymous says:

There is only one computer lab on... There is only one computer lab on campus, and it’s usually not crowded because everyone has their own computer. It’s nice to all have the same computer because if you have a problem, you can call Information Systems, and they will help you with the problems. Each dorm also has a RTA, or Resident Technical Advisor. They’re students who know about the computers and can help you with anything. 12345 Computers Report

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Did You Know?

The Class of 2012 received a Thinkpad T61, featuring a 2.1 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T8100 Processor, 2 GB of DDR2 RAM, an 160 GB hard drive, a CD-RW/DVD-RW optical drive, wireless and Ethernet cards, Bluetooth, and a 13.2” active matrix LCD screen.

All incoming freshmen are issued free IBM Thinkpads and HP Printers, which are upgraded prior to junior year.

Wake Forest was ranked the nation’s 17th most wired university in 2003.

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