Dear Dr. Dave and Dr. Dee, Our daughter will be heading off to college, and she will need a computer. We were going to fly down with her to help set up her dorm room and then shop for a new desktop computer while there. However, some parents told us to get her a laptop. Is this the best choice for college students? Signed, Not computer savvy Dear Not computer savvy, Laptops or notebooks are very popular because of their convenience and portability. Students can carry the notebook to class and take notes or work on their laptop virtually anywhere on or off campus. The mobility advantage is also its main disadvantage. Notebooks are easily stolen and can never be left unattended. If you buy a notebook, be sure that it has Wi-Fi or wireless capability. WiFi allows Internet access at places such as libraries, malls, coffee shops, hotels, airports, hospitals, and business districts. It would be best to contact the college IT (information technology) staff and see what they recommend. Some colleges recommend strongly recommend notebooks for certain majors In addition, the college may offer discounts on computers, software, and technical support. |
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