Students can now surf the web, do research, and use email, without tying up their phone lines. This is because the wires, which connect their computers to the Internet, are dedicated lines, independent of the phone lines. Because of this, Students will need a network card to access this service. A network card is like a modem, except it is much faster and connects your computer to a different line than the phone. These network cards and the network they connect offer much faster connections do modems.
Students can purchase a network card right on campus at the college bookstore.
Each bedroom in the apartments will have two data ports, and each common area will have one. The wireless network operates at 11Mb and utilizes IEEE 802.11b standard equipment, which will ensure interoperability between different manufacturers. Wireless Network cards are already widely available, and will also be sold through the Purchase College Bookstore. In addition to the New Apartments, wireless access points were also installed in the Library, Campus Center North, Campus Center South, the Mall, and some other public areas. This will allow residents with wireless laptops to use the network outside of their apartments.