Q. I'm thinking of getting a job this summer. And hopefully so I can buy a new laptop for myself and for college (not this fall but the one after hopefully so I guess that would be 2013). And I have a (the year 2011) MackBook. So It's almost a year and a half old, and I think I have the 13 inch. But I'm thinking I want to save up for a bigger size (and better one) for college. So that one can be strictly done for home work, and other school work stuff. Also I'm just wondering, would it be a good idea to buy a printer to for my dorm? So I can print assignments out quickly. That way I don't have to go find their computer lab at like midnight when I finish a paper or something? But I'm wondering if that'd be even allowed in the dorms though. I'm planning on going to FIDM. And I'm not quite sure what their dorm room rules are. So would it be a good idea to get a better laptop for school along with a printer? P.S I haven't got into FIDM yet, I'll only be a Junior next year so I'm going to apply like spring of my Junior year, or fall of my Senior (I'm not sure which is better because I'm home schooled so yeah..) anyways. Should I get a new laptop? Or use the one I have for college?
P.S How do you get Microsoft Word onto a Apple computer? Because my parents have an old version of an apple desktop (like 2001). And it has it on their, but my laptop doesn't. My laptop only has this thing called "Text Edit". Which is ok, but I'd still like to have Microsoft Word on both my new; and old laptop.
@Charles uh not really, I've been applying since the middle of June for jobs... so I can possibly start in late august/september
P.S How do you get Microsoft Word onto a Apple computer? Because my parents have an old version of an apple desktop (like 2001). And it has it on their, but my laptop doesn't. My laptop only has this thing called "Text Edit". Which is ok, but I'd still like to have Microsoft Word on both my new; and old laptop.
@Charles uh not really, I've been applying since the middle of June for jobs... so I can possibly start in late august/september
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Macs (of all flavors) are the most popular brand among university students. You probably don't need more unless you're an engineering or architecture student. More and more software is on the net, so if your computer has a browser and can access the internet, you'll be OK. Of course, if you WANT a new computer, that's different. If it's to be another Apple product, be sure to take advantage of Apple's educational discount. Tablets are increasingly popular; some schools even recommend them. If you got an iPad, you could get Apple's wireless keyboard and mouse to use with it in your dorm.
As for MS Word, you can buy a one-user license for $119 from MS, but shop around -- Amazon seems to have the Student edition for $99. If that seems a little steep, look at Open Office and Libre Office, both of which are free and nearly as polished as MS Office.
You'll probably use a printer less than you think. It depends on the school and teacher, but anything you can write on your computer probably will be turned in by email, so no printing needed. On the other hand, small printers are cheap, so why not get one anyway. Don't worry about any "No Printers" rule; the only dorm issue is noise and inkjets are nearly silent.
Macs (of all flavors) are the most popular brand among university students. You probably don't need more unless you're an engineering or architecture student. More and more software is on the net, so if your computer has a browser and can access the internet, you'll be OK. Of course, if you WANT a new computer, that's different. If it's to be another Apple product, be sure to take advantage of Apple's educational discount. Tablets are increasingly popular; some schools even recommend them. If you got an iPad, you could get Apple's wireless keyboard and mouse to use with it in your dorm.
As for MS Word, you can buy a one-user license for $119 from MS, but shop around -- Amazon seems to have the Student edition for $99. If that seems a little steep, look at Open Office and Libre Office, both of which are free and nearly as polished as MS Office.
You'll probably use a printer less than you think. It depends on the school and teacher, but anything you can write on your computer probably will be turned in by email, so no printing needed. On the other hand, small printers are cheap, so why not get one anyway. Don't worry about any "No Printers" rule; the only dorm issue is noise and inkjets are nearly silent.
Should I save up to get a new computer for college?
Q. I'm thinking of getting a job this summer. And hopefully so I can buy a new laptop for myself and for college (not this fall but the one after hopefully so I guess that would be 2013). And I have a (the year 2011) MackBook. So It's almost a year and a half old, and I think I have the 13 inch. But I'm thinking I want to save up for a bigger size (and better one) for college. So that one can be strictly done for home work, and other school work stuff. Also I'm just wondering, would it be a good idea to buy a printer to for my dorm? So I can print assignments out quickly. That way I don't have to go find their computer lab at like midnight when I finish a paper or something? But I'm wondering if that'd be even allowed in the dorms though. I'm planning on going to FIDM. And I'm not quite sure what their dorm room rules are. So would it be a good idea to get a better laptop for school along with a printer? P.S I haven't got into FIDM yet, I'll only be a Junior next year so I'm going to apply like spring of my Junior year, or fall of my Senior (I'm not sure which is better because I'm home schooled so yeah..) anyways. Should I get a new laptop? Or use the one I have for college?
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I'm currently attending a UC, and from personal experience I can tell you that the i5 that you have on the laptop is more that enough. I have the core 2 duo laptop back from 2010 macbook pro 13inch. And guess what? Thats considered a very good laptop compared to other students. So you shouldn't even be worrying about getting a new laptop. Mine works just fine and mine's is older. As for the screen size, I agree that its too small and a hassel. I'm currently in computer engineering and my laptop screen is quite annoying so I just got a monitor that was 24 inch. My macbook runs beautifully on it with no lag and your's will be no exception. Just buy a monitor, mouse and keyboard you'll be set. Besides if your doing intense work and in the engineering department you would be in the labs anyways, since most program there. If you want the bigger screen size when your going to class you'll regret. Most desks on campus are not as big as you think. Most people prefer using netbooks in class since they actually fit on the desk and the user can write stuff with a pen and pencil if required. So no, its pointless to buy a new laptop since the size you have is the most desirable when traveling. When your in the dorm, do the office set up I recommended before. As for the printing, I would say that you shouldn't waste money since its quite pointless. All dorms allow atleast in the UC to stay up as long as you want, so you can go and print out any time. If your worried of security, then you have escort service and even police patrolling at night. So basically printer is a luxury which most people might mooch of you anyways but definitely not a necessity. The only thing I would recommend is installing windows on your mac since you might have programs that your professors use that are not compatible with it. And a last note, remember new beautiful laptops get stolen....so save up for all those late night snacks that you'll be eating in college. :)
I'm currently attending a UC, and from personal experience I can tell you that the i5 that you have on the laptop is more that enough. I have the core 2 duo laptop back from 2010 macbook pro 13inch. And guess what? Thats considered a very good laptop compared to other students. So you shouldn't even be worrying about getting a new laptop. Mine works just fine and mine's is older. As for the screen size, I agree that its too small and a hassel. I'm currently in computer engineering and my laptop screen is quite annoying so I just got a monitor that was 24 inch. My macbook runs beautifully on it with no lag and your's will be no exception. Just buy a monitor, mouse and keyboard you'll be set. Besides if your doing intense work and in the engineering department you would be in the labs anyways, since most program there. If you want the bigger screen size when your going to class you'll regret. Most desks on campus are not as big as you think. Most people prefer using netbooks in class since they actually fit on the desk and the user can write stuff with a pen and pencil if required. So no, its pointless to buy a new laptop since the size you have is the most desirable when traveling. When your in the dorm, do the office set up I recommended before. As for the printing, I would say that you shouldn't waste money since its quite pointless. All dorms allow atleast in the UC to stay up as long as you want, so you can go and print out any time. If your worried of security, then you have escort service and even police patrolling at night. So basically printer is a luxury which most people might mooch of you anyways but definitely not a necessity. The only thing I would recommend is installing windows on your mac since you might have programs that your professors use that are not compatible with it. And a last note, remember new beautiful laptops get stolen....so save up for all those late night snacks that you'll be eating in college. :)
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