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Is a laptop absolutely necessary at Drexel? Will I ever have to bring it to class? I'm going back and forth between a desktop and laptop because I can get so much more for the $$$ with a desktop. Any input would be appreciated!

Thanks

bart wrote:Is a laptop absolutely necessary at Drexel? Will I ever have to bring it to class? I'm going back and forth between a desktop and laptop because I can get so much more for the $$$ with a desktop. Any input would be appreciated!

Thanks

Hello Bart,

Great question! I am going to attach a link that should answer all of your questions. It's really helpful. http://www.drexel.edu/IRT/services/computers/qa.html#1

I will also cut and paste the answers to some of your questions.

Am I required to bring my computer to class?
Drexel doesn't require all students to bring a computer to class, but your instructors will let you know when that is necessary. You may want to anyway so that you can take notes, work on assignments, and have access to the Internet via Dragonfly. This may be particularly attractive since all of the classrooms and lecture halls are equipped with wireless networking. If you need to use a computer during class time, your instructor may schedule your class in a room equipped with computers.

Will a desktop or a laptop system be better?
Notebook and tablet computers, because they are portable, make it easy to work anywhere. Further they can take advantage of DragonFly, Drexel's wireless network, to access the campus network and the Internet without wires from virtually the entire campus. Desktop systems usually offer a lower entry price point. For a very useful comparison document, click here Choosing the Right Computer or Mobile Device for You, or copy and paste this link into your browser:: http://www.microsoft.com/atwork/getstarted/choose.mspx

As a student here, I would recommend starting off with a laptop. After your freshman or sophomore year (when you've made some coop money) invest in a high quality desktop, and use your laptop as a portable notebook for classes.

This is what I have done and it works well for me.

-Pete