If you wish to purchase one for a student to bring to campus, it is strongly recommended that the following minimum standards be used in your purchase decision. In either type of PC, it is not necessary for your system to have a modem. What is necessary is that the machine be properly equipped to run Ethernet in order to have access to the campus network. The key to getting on the campus network is to be sure your PC is ready to use 10baseT Ethernet. See detailed instructions for Connecting your PC or Connecting your Mac .
College students qualify for very significant software discounts from many sources.
It is recommended that students purchase software after being issued a Gordon student ID card so they can request the academic price. Printed versions of these brochures are generally available in the Computer Center as well. Student Lab Staff - The public computer labs in the Library building are supported by student staff during all open hours. This student help desk can also be reached at extension 4056 to handle computer related questions from students anywhere on campus. In addition to lab staff, the Computer Center uses a number of student employees to assist in hardware installation and network hookup.