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The College of Business is happy to announce that
Windows XP and Office XP will be made available to all Business Majors
at no additional cost beginning Fall 2002. The software will be
available for pick up at the Rockwell Computer Lab (Room 37) beginning
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The College of Business is currently pursuing a
required laptop program, and if approved will begin in Fall 2003. The
proposal would require all incoming business freshmen to purchase a
laptop from the College. The College believes that in order to deliver
the highest quality education possible in the extremely technical area
of business, it is essential that students have equal access to the same
technology used by faculty members. Our curriculum reflects an
expectation that our students have the necessary tools to be highly
proficient in the use of technology. Once implemented, the laptop
program will aid students in preparing for the fast-paced technical
world of their future workplaces.
Program Benefits for students and parents |
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Uniformity - Students will have the same software
as all other freshmen Business students and the software needed to
complete business course assignments.
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Flexibility - Students can more effectively use
computers from other locations on campus. Since the computers offer
wireless usage, they will provide “anytime, anywhere” convenience.
Students will be able to connect to all network services and functions
between the College of Business, Morgan Library and the Lory Student
Center.
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Support - The computers will be under warranty and
IT lab staff will be available to troubleshoot and make repairs if
needed.
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Value and Convenience - Students and parents will
not have the difficulty of deciding which computer and what software
to buy. Also, the cost of hardware and software will be spread out
over eight semesters. Due to buying power and academic incentives, the
cost of hardware and software will be substantially lower than
individual purchases.
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Integration - The laptop will be compatible with
current applications used in corporate America and by business
faculty.
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Common Questions answered
Q: How much would the laptop cost?
A: Laptops would be offered to new freshmen for about $200/semester. At
the end of the contract (4 years), students would be able to purchase
their laptop.
Q: Is this more expensive than buying my own computer?
A: No! The College of Business conducted a study that compared the cost
of an individual purchasing hardware and software for a laptop to the
cost of our laptop plan.
Cost comparison table
Q: What kind of laptop would I get and what would be included?
A: Students will be issued an IBM Thinkpad. Features include: 900 MHz,
128 RAM, 10 Gig hard drive, 13.3” monitor and wireless connectivity
(802.11b). The plan comes with IBM’s extended service and support.
Students will receive the majority of software applications needed for
classes, including applications that may be otherwise cost prohibitive
or not available for individual purchase due to license restrictions.
On-campus support will be provided by the Software Cellar and Rockwell
Hall's Computer Helpdesk.
Q: Will I also pay the College of Business standard technology fee?
A: Yes. The cost of the laptop plan is separate from the existing
technology fee of $80 per semester.
Q: What would happen to my laptop if I left the College of Business
before the contract is up?
A: You could turn it in for a pro-rated refund or purchase the remainder
of the contract. |
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