There is a Computing HelpDesk in 117 Pettigrew Hall available to answer questions from students, faculty, and staff about computing software, hardware, and networks. The Phone number is x8222. To schedule a network installation, either come to the HelpDesk for an application or call x8221, the network install office. Members of the Bates community may purchase Macintosh and IBM compatible computers, printers and software from Bates College Computing Support Services at 110 Russell Street. The phone number is x6376.
Electronic mail is available through abacus, the main academic computer.
All students and faculty are given e-mail addresses. Computer Rooms There are public computing areas in several locations on campus. Their open hours vary and are posted at each locations. The main computing area is in Treat Gallery in Pettigrew Hall. There are student assistants there during the day and evening to answer any computing questions.