most needed electronic equiptment for college?
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a tape recorder\n\nyou can live without a laptop\nget a tape recorder so you dont forget things during lectures
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As the first answer says; Wireless (Verizon and some of those). It work like a cell phone, also, check around the campus, some of the Computer Buildings have a Hot Spot and you may be able to use it, if, you have a wireless card. They not provide much security so you may want a good Firewall and Virus Software.
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Information Technology products   or computer stuff
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In my opinion, a laptop is better.  It's portable so if need be you can bring it to a friends dorm, library, outside (if you want a different eviornment to study in).  You can even do work in the car or on an airplane with a laptop.  Also, you have a lot more space in the room with a laptop.  You can unplug it if you want more desk space. My friend has a desk top and she has to do all her work that doesn't require typing on her bed because she has no desk space.
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Think about this.  Where would that many pieces of paper be stored?  Consider the population.  We didn't have computers or microfilm when I was in school.  Those were new inventions that were made available after I graduated.\n\nIf you are concerned about being able to access your transcript, I suggest you request an official copy in a sealed envelope and then store it in a safety deposit box.  That way you'll always have it.  (If you want it to be accepted, do not open that envelope.)\n\nAsk your school.  It's possible that they are scanning all documents (document imaging) and putting them on CDs.  Our college is.
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Calculus !  \nOne other thought is check with your counselor and find out what courses are available that will count as college credit, like accelerated English, Math, Science, ect.  This will give you a jump start and you won't have to take them when you get there!\nYou can also sign up for distant learning courses with the College you are planning on attending and start this summer with your pre-requisite courses.
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well first of all good luck in college.\nIt is recommended that you should get a lower line laptop because they are often easier to handle than the real hi level of laptops.\nsecond reason it is wise to use a simpler laptop because most laptops are the same.\nget a good processor and good amount of memory on the laptop\nas well as a 40-60 giga hard disk and that is fine for school. at home do the same for the desktop and you are set for moving files from one another. The desktop should be used for the heavier work do not put the laptop to hard work it will probably run out of gas. \nThe heavy work should be done on the desktop when she comes home.Get a big hard disk and a good processor as well as a good size memory and you are all set good luck
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Now a days, quite a few computer companies are targetting college students as a potential market for their laptops. Companies like DELL have introdeced a whole dedicated range that meets this new breed of consumers. But what does one keep in mind to buy a good laptop for college purposes. Lets analyze.\n\nFirstly, one needs a laptop for email, browsing, making and submitting assignments etc. For this one would typically need a wireless LAN, a good processor (Probably a Centrino Duo), atleast a 256 MB RAM and a CD writer (preferably with a DVD Rom to watch those occasional DVDs in your room). A dedicated graphics card will be handy if one is also an occasional gamer, but it not really required for college purposes. \n\nBut most importantly one needs to buy from a company that provides very good after sales service. Laptops are more complex than desktops and spares are not easily available in the open market. This is where DELL beats most of its competetiors. With thie on site next business day service, one really doesnt need to bother running to the store etc.\n\nHowever, the choice of a laptop is pretty personal and individualistic. The above analysis will help one to make the right decision.
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I think that the laptop is a better choice.  If someone is going to steal your computer it is going to happen anyway (always get student insurance that covers it and other items you own), whether you get a decent desktop or a laptop.  If you look after your laptop there is no reason why it should get dropped or damaged.\n\nAs a student you are going to have to get used to moving from one room to another, or coming home for holidays etc.  A desk top is just an extra hassle to worry about.\n\nOnce you get to college you will find that there are times when you may have to be elsewhere and still want to work.  Group projects, when your room mate is 'entertaining' her male friend in your room, if you want to work at some strange time of the day or night etc.  A laptop is simply easier for all that.\n\nContact the college and find out how their internet works.  They may be wireless, or they may need a cable.  Wireless is built in to decent laptops these days, and a cable is a pretty low cost cable.  Either way it will be pretty idiot proof, so don't worry about it.\n\nThe best advice I can give you as a student is to back up your work.  The cheapest method is to simply email assignments to yourself using a service like Yahoo! Mail.  There are also online back up services where you can upload your work to a secure web site.  Or consider buying a MyBook external hard disk.  You can just save all your work onto that with a click.  Seriously, if I had a dollar for every tear shed by a student who has lost all their work, I'd be rich!  ALWAYS MAKE  A BACK UP AFTER EVERY TWO HOURS OF WORK!  You'll thank me for that one day.\n\nI also strongly suggest a PC rather than a Mac.  Macs are way more expensive to repair and buy software for.  The only reason to get a Mac is if you are in some kind of arty major where they recommend them.  Otherwise you'll find the PC cheaper and more versatile in the long run.  You can get software cheaper and easier too.\n\nGood luck.  Hope you have fun.
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I used to be a student and I completely understand the budget concern. Here is what I can tell you:\n\n1. Quality and support is your most highest priority because you are going to use it until your graduation (probably longer than that). So you want a laptop that you can count on, right?\n\n2. Get RAM at least 512 MB, assuming you will use Windows XP\n\n3. Processor: You can go with Celeron, but I prefer you go with Pentium 4 or Centrino (if you want to have wireless internet capability)\n\n4. Ethernet port built in (optional modem built in)\n\n5. Hard drive space min 40 GB\n\n6. If possible, get virus software to protect your computer\n\n7. Microsoft also offers different version of Office suite. I believe there is a suite targeted only for students. I think it's called Microsoft Office for students. It has Word, Excell, and some other stuff. This suite is definetely cheaper than the other versions.\n\nThat's all. Just for your starting point, try looking at Dell Inspioron B120.\n\nTips: Sometimes if you go to campus store, they might have special price for students for software and computers. It is well worth of checking, considering every penny counts...
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Software wise, being that you'll probably be connected to some sort of public network to use the internet, I recommend purchasing Norton Internet Security. It has both an anti-virus and firewall applications rolled into one package.  Connection to your college campus network is usually free and only takes a cable and some configurations which I'm sure the information your college will provide for you.\n\nAs far as laptop brands and prices, this is where research on your part will come into play. Prices will vary depending on what comes with the laptop so it all goes to how much you want to spend to get what quality and features you desire. Here's some personal tips on brands...\n\nDo not purchase HP, Compaq, or Gateway. Although they're the cheapest to buy, they're also the cheapest in quality. Built poorly and with many cheap components, you'll find problems with these brands for years to come.\n\nDell and Toshiba can be pricey for medium-grade laptops. They're not bad to have, but each come with their own problems. Toshiba has come down in quality over the years since the company has decided to keep the costs high and use cheaper parts. Dells are the same and have frequent hard drive failures although steadily their products are improving.\n\nThe best, and most expensive are Sony and IBM. Both are quality laptops to own, but with a price. Highly recommended if you want to spend the cash. IBMs, however, aren't the fanciest to look at but it depends if you want something for people to marvel at or quality in parts and product.
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Hi, if you write a letter or e mail to electronics\nengineer course,they will splay you full details.
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Never too late, I'm 36 and just went back to school online. There are some good colleges online and it makes it a lot easier in everyday life to be able to sit down at your computer and take classes.  Check into it.
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I go to college too, and we have the same connection, however, what some students do is have a wireless router. From what i know, its alright to have one for yourself, but against the rules to distribute the password and share your connection with others. Good luck, i'll just stick with the ethernet connection, and wireless from the school when available.\n\nP.S. my school also has resnet...
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set up emule or edonkey and search on it you'll find everything you need
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Check to see if the college she wants to attend has a surplus inventory.  I recently encountered one that did and students could buy used computers for as little as $25.  You would want to check with their computer services department.\n\nIf the college she wants to go to does not, contact a local large college or university and ask if they have surplus, and if so how she could purchase used equipment.
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Photo camera\nCamcorder\nVoice recorder\nPen and paper sheets (to write of course)\n\nAnd a good exaggeration mind!!!...