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Whitman highly recommends that you have a computer of your own for your education. Having your own computer is NOT a requirement however. You may find that the computers available for general use on the Whitman campus (in general use computer labs and in Penrose library) meet your needs. As has been the case during the Covid19 pandemic, there may very likely be cases where having a computer (possibly substituted by a tablet or smartphone) may become critical. If such cases, if you do not have access to a computer, please contact the Dean of Student's office for assistance.
Steps for preparation:
- testing
Should it be a laptop or a desktop?
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Before you even arrive on-campus, put together put together a backup plan. Options include: an external hard drive and online services like Google Drive, Office 365, or Box. There are few things worse than losing years worth of data when your computer's main drive misbehaves.
Mac or PC?
Many incoming students wonder whether they should purchase a Mac or a Windows PC. Both platforms are fully supported by Whitman and have full access to the college’s resources, including printers and networks. We estimate that student computers are split about 50/50. The decision comes down to personal preference, so research which will best suit your needs.
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