Students have open access to systems. No applications or accounts are necessary to use PCs and Macs in UMM labs. As of September 2000, modem speeds up to 56 kbps will be available. See the Computing Services Web site for detailed information on setting up your modem. Printing Free printers are available in most UMM residence halls and some Computing Services labs.
Laser printing is available in other labs for a small charge per page.
Every student living on campus has access to ResNet, UMM s full-service computer network. ResNet provides direct, in-room access to the Internet, software, and printing. Check the ResNet Web site for information about minimum hardware standards and how to get connected, and how to get a network interface card if you need one. There is no fee for access to ResNet. The University of Minnesota TechMart program has contracts with Apple, Dell, and other vendors to sell hardware and software to U of M faculty and students at educational discount prices.