Laptop for college? Help!?

Heather

Thinking of buying this: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Toshiba+C855D-S5109+Laptop%2C+Office+Home+%26+Student+2013%2C+Internet+Security+Software%2C+Sleeve+%26+Flash+Drive+Package/9999200800050017.p?id=pcmprd199700050017&skuId=9999200800050017


Thought it would be great because it comes with the case, flash drive, security software & most importantly microsoft office. I have never tried aToshiba brand computer. Are they reliable? Is 4GB of Ram & 500GB hard drive enough for me? I don't plan on doing any gaming. Just school work + facebook.
Office Home
the office home

Answer
Those deals are to draw you in. The case is more of a slip cover then a true case. No padding or protection. You need to check if Office and security software are trail version, most are just for 30 or 90 days. If it is a student version then it will be limited compared to the full version.

The lappy itself is OK but it will struggle under any multitasking. If you keep the back ground programs to a minimum you should be alright.

The last thing is it is a Toshiba. They should be avoided because of their heavy modification of Windows and the drivers. If you remove some of the bloat they install, you can cripple the system.

Check out these two HP. They start at $530 and would have better performance. They are not power hoses but I consider them the lowest I would recommend for someone.

http://www.shopping.hp.com/en_US/home-office/-/products/Laptops/HP-ENVY/C9W57AV;pgid=c7twGfjc0ptSRpIq7ZUcoGXQ0000fb8mNv9y;sid=NID2W1inOb6JXwkRbh2qz4GoAJwzDmy78dUe8LW2AJwzDtPc7Kuhl6jI?HP-ENVY-15z-j000-Notebook-PC A8-5550M APU HD 8000 Series Graphics 6GB DDR3 750GB 5400 rpm HD

This HP can be customized. Upgrade the Graphics to 1GB AMD Radeon HD 8670M Discrete. Do not get this one unless you get the graphics upgrade. It brings the cost up $580

http://www.shopping.hp.com/en_US/home-office/-/products/Laptops/HP-Pavilion/C8F68AV;pgid=c7twGfjc0ptSRpIq7ZUcoGXQ0000126GzpjJ;sid=wOckgE5TxtvuuRxANE-PCJZc9Pvh1XpPBbJgQ7vGyjypK_TAAlGILMhM?HP-Pavilion-15t-e000-Notebook-PC i5-3230M 4GB DDR3 500GB 5400 rpm HD

No matter which one you buy, follow the directions below to keep back ground programs to a minimum and that will help performance.

What slows a lot of puters down are the amount of programs that are running in the background. Download and install CCleaner from Piriform. Once you have it installed click on tools and then startup and see what is being started when you power up. You should have no more then 5 to 10 programs running at startup for optimal performance. I have seen up to 50 programs being started when the user turned on the system. One of the programs that I found that hinders HP lappy is the support assistance. Check and see how many of the manufacturers bloat is in the start folder. Also, just about any program that you install today puts itself in the start folder. They all want to start so they can phone home. You can use the disable feature of Cleaner to stop the program from loading at startup. The great thing about the disable feature is that you can come back and add the program back to the startup if you want it. If you use delete then it is gone and you will have to add it back manually.

If you have a large number of programs running and need help deciding what to disable, then look in the bottom right corner of the window. There is a button that says save to text file. Click it and then post the text file, we will see what we can help you with.

Tip DO NOT disable or delete anything that has anything to do with the touch pad or the video card. I learned the hard way on that one.

http://www.piriform.com/ccleaner

This program can also keep your hard drive from being loaded down with junk from the internet. You should read the home page of CCleaner and see what other things it can do for you.

Should get a laptop for college?

Josh

I got accepted to Normandale Community College, and I'll be a Freshman, too. I'm wondering if I should get a laptop during the summer. Should I?

Answer
You should definately get a laptop. You can get a cheap, but well functioning laptop for between 300-400 dollars, especially online. It won't have too much memory, or processing power, but it ill still get everything you want done unless you are doing serious programming/gaming/graphic design. It will last you throughout the 4 years of college. without any trouble so long as you get a decent one like a lenovo or HP.

It will be worth it, especially today, where many teachers like to post things online, and expect you to do research online. I understand that you probably have a desktop at home/in your dorm, but you can carry a laptop with you wherever you go. For example, you can carry it to your classes and do your work right on it, this will make your life easier through less stuff to carry around (no notebooks),
it will allow you to stay organized, and find notes/documents easily, and it will help keep you from ever losing anything. I don't know if these are issues for you, but they are for me.

Finally, you can use it at any place when you have a free moment to work ie: the library, cafeteria, student lounge, and out in town. Also if you ever go away any where for a trip you can always have your work with you.

All in all my basic points (that I may ave been confusing on) are: it's extremely useful, relatively cheap compared to what you are already paying for college, and it will last throughout your time in college, allowing it to definately become worth the money over time.

Hope this helped! Good Luck in college!

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How to rid of my laptop's viruses for free???

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Imaginativ

My laptop have some serious viruses that it took a while just to get this question posted! I started college a month ago and i just can't afford to spend extra money on security at the moment. Is there any trusted free downloads i can use to rid of these viruses for now? My internet is so slow it's very frustrating :/ Thanks guys

Answer
If you don't have an antivirus program, you should really get one.

But firstly, completely shut down your computer completely. Turn it back on but while it boots up keep tapping the F8 key on your keyboard. You should see a screen that asks you what operating system you want to boot from. Use your arrow keys to highlight Safe Mode with Networking and press Enter. When your computer boots up, run your favorite web browser and navigate to http://malwarebytes.org and download MalwareBytes Free. Install it, update it, and run a full scan. Go for a walk as this may take awile.

When you come back, if it shows threats, choose the option to remove them all. It will ask you to reboot. Reboot.

Once your computer boots back up (in normal mode) go get a better antivirus program (be sure to uninstall your old one) at http://www.avast.com/en-us/get/Pz90ZDAM

Once you've installed avast! Free Antivirus, run a full scan. Make yourself a cup of coffee and watch your favorite movie, as this will also take awhile. If avast! detects anything, choose the option to remove it. Allow it to reboot your computer, and most, if not all, of your viruses should be gone.

Hopefully this helped!

Is it useful having a laptop in university?

cupnoodle

I think it would be incredibly convenient as writing term papers and researching in my own personal station would be easier than sharing a computer in a library full of other students waiting to get a use of it.

But I have this nagging opinion in my head that's literally yelling telling me that it's unnecessary.

My "think-I-should-get-it" side is advising that it is the best thing to get, whilst the "unnecessary" side is just becoming a irritating mosquito bite.

What's your opinion about owning a laptop/computer in post-secondary?

Answer
I owned one for 3 out of 4 years that I was an undergraduate and I thought it was the greatest thing ever.

Of course, I was an English major that was constantly typing paper after paper after paper and doing research. If I hadn't gotten the laptop, I would've spent my four years in the library computer labs.

I used a computer for EVERYTHING in college. A lot of my professors like for us to turn things in electronically (like email) instead of printing hard copies, so having a computer was very necessary.

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What kind of school supplies for college?

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Clint Samp

I'll be a college freshmen and I'm not sure what would be the best way to organize my school stuff. What kind of supplies do I need? Ive got my text books ordered and all that.

I have 3 classes each day. Would it be easiest to have a binder for each day, or each class? Any tips are appreciated?

Answer
Anything you will need to turn in may have to follow an explicit set of rules. You should have a stapler with staples, paper clips (probably both big and little ones), extra printer cartridges and paper if you are bringing a computer and printer, both pens and pencils, and some letter-sized paper that you take with you to class in case you have to do in-class assignments. You will not need report covers for things you turn in.

If you have 3 classes that meet MWF and 3 classes that meet TR, it might be worth having two binders or 3-subject spirals, one for the first 3 classes and another for the latter 3. If you have at least one class that meets on either Monday, Wednesday, or Friday and also meets on either Tuesday or Thursday, then 2 binders or 2 spirals will result in you having to carry them both around at least one day a week. I would suggest that if you want to go with binders or spirals (which seem to be the most popular choices), you either get a binder for each class or a binder for the classes that meet only on MWF, another for the classes that meet only on TR, and a third for the classes that sometimes meet on MWF and sometimes on TR.

If you intend on taking a laptop to class to take notes on, you should still have at least one notebook: some professors will not allow you to use a computer. Also, you'll still need a way to keep handouts and printouts together, and you definitely need to have each of your notes files saved in 2 places -- like on the computer and also on a flash drive -- or you need to e-mail your notes to yourself on a regular basis so that you can go to any computer, log into your mail account, and download them if something happens to your own computer.

Some specific classes will require specific tools: calculators, art supplies, lab notebooks, and so on. You probably want to wait until you know the exact details of what is required before you buy these. If the school store is too expensive for you, you can order things from office supply websites and get them delivered quickly, and if you think ahead and buy things you'll need later as well as things you'll need soon, you can often get shipping waived.

By far the most of your work will not be turned in. It will be notes taken from lectures and discussions, readings, your own investigation into topics covered in class, your own work drafting things to be turned in, etc. It's up to you what kind of supplies you wants to use for these things.

You will need to take something to write on, something to write with, and some way to keep your notes and handouts together to every class. Different people handle this in different ways. One person might choose binders with loose-leaf paper and either folders or hole-punchers to hold handouts and anything he prints. Another might decide she prefers to use a system of spiral notebooks, again with folders. I use manila folders (full ones at home for all the material covered in class so far and then ones I carry with me with just the pages I expect to need on a given day) and legal pads. You can carry mostly pencils or mostly pens.

You will also want any kinds of study tools you have found useful in the past: index cards, highlighters, pens or pencils in different colors, etc. If you are planning on selling your textbooks when you're done with them, you should write on Post-It notes stuck to pages of the books rather than on the pages of the books themselves. Clean copies bring more money than marked-up copies.

You should have an academic planner, but this is one thing that I think is worth waiting to buy at the school store, because the store will very likely have planners that already include important dates like the last day you can withdraw from a class and receive a W on your transcript, and the day that registration for the next semester opens. If you get a generic planner you will want to look all these days up and add them by hand -- and it's just not worth the couple of dollars you can save.

What are the essentials to buy for a college dorm?

Jazlin

The upcoming fall is my freshman year at college! So I'm staying on campus and going to go dorm-shopping this summer or so. What things should i buy?

Answer
Essentials for Daily Living:
Pillows, Pillow Cases, Bed Sheets (Twin or Twin Extra Long if your dorm has extra long beds), Mattress Pad, Clothes Hamper, Clothes Basket, Laundry Detergent, Fabric Softener, Clothes Hangers, Your Clothes, Table/Desk Top Ironing Board, Iron, Over the Door Full Length Mirror, Over the Door Shoe Rack, Shower Tote/Caddy, Shower Shoes (an absolute must have), Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Soap, Razor, Shaving Gel, Body Lotion, Wash Cloths, Hand Towels, Body Towels, Bath Robe (an absolute must have), Toothbrush, Toothbrush Holder, Mouth Wash, Blow Dryer, Hair Spray (if you use it), Hair Accessories (if you use them), Perfume (if you use it), Make-up (if you use it), Back Support Pillow (for sitting up and reading or viewing television in bed), Garbage Can, Garbage Bags, Alarm Clock, Desk Lamp, First Aid Kit that Includes: Band-Aids, Ace Bandage, Small Packets of Tylenol, Benadryl, and Icy Hot, Small Bottle of Nyquil, Cough Drops, Ice Pack.

Ideals for Daily Living:
Mini-Fridge and Microwave (Can be purchased at Bed, Bath, and Beyond), Floor Lamp, Television, Stereo/Radio with CD Player, DVD Player, DVDs, CDs, Ipod or MP3 Player, Small Vacuum or Dust Buster, Coffee Pot, Bottled Water and other Beverages, Easy to Microwave Foods, Plastic Washable/Reusable Plates, Bowls, Cups, Forks, Knives and Spoons.

Essentials for Academics:
Pencils, Pens, Highlighters, White-Out Pen, Mini Stapler and Staples, Pencil Cap Erasers, Paper Clips, Index Cards (work well for flashcards and test study questions and answers), Post-It Notes, Folders with Pockets and Prongs, 3 Ring Binder (at least one), Loose Leaf Paper (for the binder), Notebooks, Graphing Calculator, Dictionary, Thesaurus, Textbooks (You'd be surprised at how many students fail to buy the books and then wonder why they fail the course!), Daily Planner/Assignment Book, Large Desk Calendar, Dry Erase Board and Dry Erase Pens.

Ideals for Academics:
Laptop Computer, USB Cord (for connecting to the internet on campus), Printer/Scanner/Copier In One Unit, Printer Paper, Extra Printer Ink.

Stuff to Make the Room Pretty:
Tape (for hanging posters), Posters, Cork Board and Thumb Tacks (for hanging up pictures), Pictures of Family and Friends, Framed Pictures for the Desk

Keep in Possession at All Times:
Driver's License or State Issued ID Card, Student ID Card, Debit Card, and Minimal (no more than 20 dollars) Cash.

Have on Move In Day:
Two forms for Proof of Identification- License or State Card, and Social Security Card.

Look at Purchasing:
Renter's Insurance (Most students and parents don't think the student qualifies, but you do, because you signed a contract, which is similar to a lease and you'll be paying/renting the room for about 9 months. Get this to protect you and your belongings from fire, storms, and/or theft.)

If Your College Allows It:
Loft Your Bed! (This gives you a lot of extra space to store things, like clothing that didn't fit in the dresser drawers or closet.)

Contact your roommate to see who is bringing what when it comes to ideals for the dorm. You don't want 2 fridges and 2 microwaves and stuff like that because it will take up too much room.

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What should I include on my college freshman year checklist?

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strawberry

I am going to college in a few months and I will be a freshman. I am bored and so I decided to start making a list of things I need to bring/buy to take with me to college for my dorm room/classes/etc. Any ideas on things to have would be great. thanks!

Answer
Essentials for Daily Living:
Pillows, Pillow Cases, Bed Sheets (Twin or Twin Extra Long if your dorm has extra long beds), Mattress Pad, Clothes Hamper, Clothes Basket, Laundry Detergent, Fabric Softener, Clothes Hangers, Your Clothes, Table/Desk Top Ironing Board, Iron, Over the Door Full Length Mirror, Over the Door Shoe Rack, Shower Tote/Caddy, Shower Shoes (an absolute must have), Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Soap, Razor, Shaving Gel, Body Lotion, Wash Cloths, Hand Towels, Body Towels, Bath Robe (an absolute must have), Toothbrush, Toothbrush Holder, Mouth Wash, Blow Dryer, Hair Spray (if you use it), Hair Accessories (if you use them), Perfume (if you use it), Make-up (if you use it), Back Support Pillow (for sitting up and reading or viewing television in bed), Garbage Can, Garbage Bags, Alarm Clock, Desk Lamp, First Aid Kit that Includes: Band-Aids, Ace Bandage, Small Packets of Tylenol, Benadryl, and Icy Hot, Small Bottle of Nyquil, Cough Drops, Ice Pack.

Ideals for Daily Living:
Mini-Fridge and Microwave (Can be purchased at Bed, Bath, and Beyond), Floor Lamp, Television, Stereo/Radio with CD Player, DVD Player, DVDs, CDs, Ipod or MP3 Player, Small Vacuum or Dust Buster, Coffee Pot, Bottled Water and other Beverages, Easy to Microwave Foods, Plastic Washable/Reusable Plates, Bowls, Cups, Forks, Knives and Spoons.

Essentials for Academics:
Pencils, Pens, Highlighters, White-Out Pen, Mini Stapler and Staples, Pencil Cap Erasers, Paper Clips, Index Cards (work well for flashcards and test study questions and answers), Post-It Notes, Folders with Pockets and Prongs, 3 Ring Binder (at least one), Loose Leaf Paper (for the binder), Notebooks, Graphing Calculator, Dictionary, Thesaurus, Textbooks (You'd be surprised at how many students fail to buy the books and then wonder why they fail the course!), Daily Planner/Assignment Book, Large Desk Calendar, Dry Erase Board and Dry Erase Pens.

Ideals for Academics:
Laptop Computer, USB Cord (for connecting to the internet on campus), Printer/Scanner/Copier In One Unit, Printer Paper, Extra Printer Ink.

Stuff to Make the Room Pretty:
Tape (for hanging posters), Posters, Cork Board and Thumb Tacks (for hanging up pictures), Pictures of Family and Friends, Framed Pictures for the Desk

Keep in Possession at All Times:
Driver's License or State Issued ID Card, Student ID Card, Debit Card, and Minimal (no more than 20 dollars) Cash.

Have on Move In Day:
Two forms for Proof of Identification- License or State Card, and Social Security Card.

Look at Purchasing:
Renter's Insurance (Most students and parents don't think the student qualifies, but you do, because you signed a contract, which is similar to a lease and you'll be paying/renting the room for about 9 months. Get this to protect you and your belongings from fire, storms, and/or theft.)

If Your College Allows It:
Loft Your Bed! (This gives you a lot of extra space to store things, like clothing that didn't fit in the dresser drawers or closet.)

Contact your roommate to see who is bringing what when it comes to ideals for the dorm. You don't want 2 fridges and 2 microwaves and stuff like that because it will take up too much room.

What would you recomend to for me to bring to freshman year of college? and how did you prepare for college?

Bbagsies!

I am going to college next year, just wondering what you needed most and where you shopped to get the best stuff for college...And basically how you prepared, thanks! I will be in a single dorm too.

Answer
Bedroom:
__extra long sheets (2 sets)
__duvet/comforter
__pillows
__standard pillow protectors
__floor pillow
__foam egg-crate mattress x-long
__blankets
__wastebasket
__mirror
__hangers
__alarm clock
__TV / DVD player
__floor lamp
__fan
__phone
__stereo
__shoe organizer
__carpet
__memo board for dorm door
Laundry:
__small ironing board & iron
__laundry bag
__laundry drying rack
__roll of quarters
__laundry detergent
__stain remover
Desk:
__extension cord - multi outlets
__scissors
__highlighters
__three-pronged adapter
__multi-sized envelopes
__computer paper
__white out
__pencil sharpener
__scanner
__book bag
__surge protector
__combination lock
__stapler
__printer
__post-it pads
__tape
__sticky tack
__paperclips
__stamps
__index cards
__printer ink
__laptop/computer
__desk lamp
__pencils & pens
__file book w/ hangers
__hole punch
__desktop calendar
__computer monitor shelf
__cpu unit
Bathroom:
__towels (2 sets)
__tooth paste
__chapstick
__dental floss
__deodorant
__tooth brush
__shaver
__conditioner
__soap
__shampoo
__toothpaste
__box of tissues
__Q-tips
__Over-the-door towel rack
__cotton balls
__shower caddy
__flip flops
__mouthwash
__nail clipper
Kitchen:
__mini-fridge
__microwave
__toaster oven
__bowl & cup
__utensils
__can opener
Organization:
__rubber bands
__stacking storage cubes
__storage containers
__plastic under the bed storage/footlocker
Medical:
__cold medicine
__acetaminophen
__heating pad
__medical card
__tums
__first-aid kit
__thermometer
Other:
__safety pins
__sewing kit
__umbrella
__flashlight
__sports equipment
__winter jacket
__pool towel
__batteries
__60-watt light bulbs
__camera
__transparent masking tape
__hammer
__pliers
__screwdriver
__double-sided stick tape
__double-sided stick foam tape for heavier items

Hope I helped <3

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What kind of laptop will run the Sims 3?

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Lozfan

Im buying a laptop for college, and I REALLY want to get one that will play the sims 3. That game is insanely demanding of computers, and I wondered if anyone could give me a list of laptops that WILL run the game.Specific models please, and I already know what the system requirements are, I just can't find any laptops that meet them. Price isn't a huge deal, but the cheaper the better. Thanks =)

Answer
You should do some searching first because this is like the 10,394,920 post about what laptop can run Sims 3.

Check out Dell & HP

Anything with these specs is good:
-Processor: 2.2GHz+ (Preferably Intel Core 2 Duo)
-Memory: 4GB
-Hard Drive: 250GB
-Video: 256MB+ (I prefer NVidia)

Is it useful having a laptop in university?

cupnoodle

I think it would be incredibly convenient as writing term papers and researching in my own personal station would be easier than sharing a computer in a library full of other students waiting to get a use of it.

But I have this nagging opinion in my head that's literally yelling telling me that it's unnecessary.

My "think-I-should-get-it" side is advising that it is the best thing to get, whilst the "unnecessary" side is just becoming a irritating mosquito bite.

What's your opinion about owning a laptop/computer in post-secondary?

Answer
I owned one for 3 out of 4 years that I was an undergraduate and I thought it was the greatest thing ever.

Of course, I was an English major that was constantly typing paper after paper after paper and doing research. If I hadn't gotten the laptop, I would've spent my four years in the library computer labs.

I used a computer for EVERYTHING in college. A lot of my professors like for us to turn things in electronically (like email) instead of printing hard copies, so having a computer was very necessary.

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What kind of cameras does the photography program at Sheridan College in Oakville use?

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Joee.

i know they're DSLR's but i want to know what model and what brand.(Canon or Nikon)
I'm apply to Sheridan within 5 months and i want to know the equipment they use.
and i know they provide you the camera and the laptop.
on the course details it doesn't specify.

Answer
Joee,

I suggest you go to this link:

http://www.sheridaninstitute.ca/Programs%20and%20Courses/Full-Time%20Programs/Programs%20A-Z%20Index/Applied%20Photography.aspx

Then, hit the button on that page that says, "Ask Sheridan" and type in your question when the box pops up.

Don't rely on either outdated (or, possibly incorrect) info that might be posted here by someone with presumably good intentions to help you... Get the most current info direct from your Applied Photog program people. New camera models come out constantly. You'll need the latest specs.

Best wishes in your upcoming program!

What stuff should I take to my college dorm?

sidd0123

What are the essential things that I should take. For example, a laptop. Stuff that I need to study.

Thanks

Answer
Essentials for Daily Living:
Pillows, Pillow Cases, Bed Sheets (Twin or Twin Extra Long if your dorm has extra long beds), Mattress Pad, Clothes Hamper, Clothes Basket, Laundry Detergent, Fabric Softener, Clothes Hangers, Your Clothes, Table/Desk Top Ironing Board, Iron, Over the Door Full Length Mirror, Over the Door Shoe Rack, Shower Tote/Caddy, Shower Shoes (an absolute must have), Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Soap, Razor, Shaving Gel, Body Lotion, Wash Cloths, Hand Towels, Body Towels, Bath Robe (an absolute must have), Toothbrush, Toothbrush Holder, Mouth Wash, Blow Dryer, Hair Spray (if you use it), Hair Accessories (if you use them), Perfume (if you use it), Make-up (if you use it), Back Support Pillow (for sitting up and reading or viewing television in bed), Garbage Can, Garbage Bags, Alarm Clock, Desk Lamp, First Aid Kit that Includes: Band-Aids, Ace Bandage, Small Packets of Tylenol, Benadryl, and Icy Hot, Small Bottle of Nyquil, Cough Drops, Ice Pack.

Ideals for Daily Living:
Mini-Fridge and Microwave (Can be purchased at Bed, Bath, and Beyond), Floor Lamp, Television, Stereo/Radio with CD Player, DVD Player, DVDs, CDs, Ipod or MP3 Player, Small Vacuum or Dust Buster, Coffee Pot, Bottled Water and other Beverages, Easy to Microwave Foods, Plastic Washable/Reusable Plates, Bowls, Cups, Forks, Knives and Spoons.

Essentials for Academics:
Pencils, Pens, Highlighters, White-Out Pen, Mini Stapler and Staples, Pencil Cap Erasers, Paper Clips, Index Cards (work well for flashcards and test study questions and answers), Post-It Notes, Folders with Pockets and Prongs, 3 Ring Binder (at least one), Loose Leaf Paper (for the binder), Notebooks, Graphing Calculator, Dictionary, Thesaurus, Textbooks (You'd be surprised at how many students fail to buy the books and then wonder why they fail the course!), Daily Planner/Assignment Book, Large Desk Calendar, Dry Erase Board and Dry Erase Pens.

Ideals for Academics:
Laptop Computer, USB Cord (for connecting to the internet on campus), Printer/Scanner/Copier In One Unit, Printer Paper, Extra Printer Ink.

Stuff to Make the Room Pretty:
Tape (for hanging posters), Posters, Cork Board and Thumb Tacks (for hanging up pictures), Pictures of Family and Friends, Framed Pictures for the Desk

Keep in Possession at All Times:
Driver's License or State Issued ID Card, Student ID Card, Debit Card, and Minimal (no more than 20 dollars) Cash.

Have on Move In Day:
Two forms for Proof of Identification- License or State Card, and Social Security Card.

Look at Purchasing:
Renter's Insurance (Most students and parents don't think the student qualifies, but you do, because you signed a contract, which is similar to a lease and you'll be paying/renting the room for about 9 months. Get this to protect you and your belongings from fire, storms, and/or theft.)

If Your College Allows It:
Loft Your Bed! (This gives you a lot of extra space to store things, like clothing that didn't fit in the dresser drawers or closet.)

Contact your roommate to see who is bringing what when it comes to ideals for the dorm. You don't want 2 fridges and 2 microwaves and stuff like that because it will take up too much room.

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