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Technology

Technology is used in virtually all aspects of student life on campus, from academic computer labs to residence hall network access to telephone and cable services. A five-year renovation project to update all classrooms has just been completed, and a wireless access network is in place across campus.

Personal Computing

Wesleyan does not require students to purchase a computer, although almost all (95%+) students do have a desktop or a laptop computer in their room. Students who do not own a computer can use any of the late-model Windows and Mac computers available in the six public computing labs located throughout campus.

Students can purchase computer equipment and, for a small additional charge, be preconfigured with Microsoft Office and other software to make them Wesleyan-ready.

The debate over laptop vs. desktop continues. The portability of a laptop offers opportunities to work anywhere on campus, a real benefit given the availability of wireless access. A desktop unit is less portable, and therefore less prone to theft. Inexpensive printers make printing those late-night papers much easier. Many students forego large stereo systems and use their computers, with small speakers and/or headphones.

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