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While most students like to gripe about how slow the Wi-Fi is, the computer/Internet situation on campus is actually pretty good. If you're working (or, ahem, watching "Buffy" on Netflix) and need a fast Internet connection, you have the option to plug in with an Ethernet cable, which usually speeds things up quite a bit. The network also extends pretty much everywhere on campus, so you can surf the net while outside, in your friend's dorm, or even on the roof of a building. If laptops aren't your jive, there are also really nice computers available in Usdan, Exley, Allbritton, and Olin.

What they're all complaining about, though, is the fact that the administration promised students better Wi-Fi, and although it's changed, the consensus is that it is not that much faster—if at all. That's a bummer, and it's also inconvenient that you have to re-sign in every time you close your computer or lock your iPhone—but all things considered, these are small problems. If you need a computer with Internet, you will be able to find one, even if the network is being funky.

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peaceperson

'15

Psychology

3.8

B+

Availability Isn't a Problem

I've never really used a lab too often, but there are always computers available whether in Olin or in the Science Library. They also have a diverse range of computers so you don't have to worry about converting files if you have a Mac or PC.

Dec 06, 2011

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iweinschelbaum

'15

Economics

4.2

A-

Awesome Computers

We have fantastic internet. It's good to have a computer, but the internet is really fast. It does sometimes mess up, but that's not often and that happens everywhere. You don't need your own printer, but I'd recommend a personal computer. Printing on campus is really easy and the computer labs are fantastic.

Sep 15, 2011

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quails420

'15

Russian and Eastern European Languages and Literature

3.5

B

Could Be Better but Does the Job

Every time you wake your computer or turn it back on, you have to be reauthenticated in order to access wesstudent. That's slow and inconvenient, but the student wireless network is usually okay. I recommend a wired connection though.

Sep 08, 2011

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