Technology Advice: Computers in School

[DrDad]

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I am needing to buy a computer, does anyone have an opinion regarding whether or not to buy a specific technology for med school?
I am attending OSU COM 2004 so any OSU specific info appreciated

I am thinking of getting a dell inspiron 1100 (cheap and simple)

any thoughts are welcome

DrDad

 

[luckystar]

General opinion here...

I have a Dell Inspiron and a Gateway laptop. I'd go for the Dell. Customer service is excellent. As for any specific technology, make sure it comes wireless-ready (e.g. with that Intel Centrino thingie) because Wi-Fi is all over the place these days.

 

[VentdependenT]

There isn't any specific technology for medical school. You really only need microsoft office (powerpoint, excel, word), a cd-rom burnable drive so you can burn all your big presentations on em, and internet explorer.

Other than that all you need is a pen, a chair, a desk, a lamp, and coffee. Next thing you know you'll be a doctor.

 

[DireWolf]

I agree with VentdependenT. My Micron is three years old and holding up great. The only necessity I can think of is getting a 10/100 card and a high-speed modem, because you can't survive without a high-speed connection. It allows you to procrastinate more efficiently.

 

[mamitch4]

Make sure to check with your school before you buy anything. Some schools have minimum requirements for computers. If you can't find the info online, call.