2004 Survey Results

Survey: 2004 ResNet Survey
Total Number of Entries: 1242

Where do you live?
n = 1242

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents
Greek Court	28	2.25%
Alexander	28	2.25%
Avent Ferry	67	5.39%
Bagwell	44	3.54%
Becton	35	2.82%
Berry	12	0.97%
Bowen	45	3.62%
Bragaw	159	12.8%
Carroll	58	4.67%
Gold	9	0.72%
Lee	179	14.41%
Metcalf	58	4.67%
North	35	2.82%
Owen	73	5.88%
Sullivan	182	14.65%
Syme	39	3.14%
Tucker	65	5.23%
Turlington	27	2.17%
Watauga	10	0.81%
Welch	14	1.13%
Wood	75	6.04%
Off-campus	0	0%

Are you planning on living on campus in the fall?
n = 1242

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents
Yes	756	60.81%
No	457	36.77%
Not sure	29	2.34%

Why have you not brought a computer with you to campus this semester? If you don't own one, why have you chosen not to purchase one? If you have a computer with you, why have you chosen not to connect it to ResNet?
n = 28

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Are you planning on having your own computer in the fall? (asked of those who do not have their own computer)
n = 28

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents
Yes	10	35.71%
No	4	14.29%
Not sure	14	50%

What sources have you used for computer access while at NC State? Please fill in a Percent of Respondents for each of the sources below. They should total 100%. (asked of those who do not have their own computer)
n = 28

Answer	Percent of Respondents
Computer lab	78.64%
Roommate's / Suitemate's computer	11.55%
Friend's computer on campus	6.79%
Friend's computer off campus	0.21%
Family's computer	2.23%
My own computer	0.71%
Other	0.36%

Who installed your Ethernet Network Adapter?
n = 1214

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents	Percent of Related Answer
It came preinstalled / built-in	785	64.53%
I installed it myself (with or without help from online/printed documentation)	295	24.28%
Someone else installed it	134	11.04%
A ResNet staff member installed it	12	0.99%	8.96%
An off-campus vendor installed it	3	0.25%	2.24%
A family member installed it	87	7.16%	64.93%
A friend / roommate/ suitemate installed it	31	2.55%	25.13%
Other (Please Fill In)	1	0.08%	0.75%

With whom did you consult to get your ResNet connection to work?
n = 1214

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents	Percent of Related Answer
I did not consult with anyone (or used printed/online documentation)	876	72.1%
I consulted with someone	338	27.84%
ResNet staff member	94	7.65%	27.81%
A Consultant at 515-HELP or help@ncsu.edu (The NC State Help Desk)	40	3.29%	11.83%
A family member	86	7.08%	25.44%
Someone on my floor (including roommate or suitemate)	71	5.76%	21.01%
A friend, other than someone on my floor	44	3.54%	13.02%
Other (Please Fill In)	3	0.25%	0.89%

Having ResNet service available influenced my decision to live on campus.
n = 1214

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents	Percent of Related Answer
Agree to some extent	611	50.33
Strongly Agree	162	13.34%	26.51%
Agree	449	36.99%	73.49%
Neutral	421	34.68%
Disagree	125	10.3%
Strongly Disagree	57	4.7%

Having ResNet service in my room has had a positive impact on my ability to get my course work done.
n = 1214

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents	Percent of Related Answer
Agree to some extent	1141	93.99
Strongly Agree	842	69.36%	73.79%
Agree	299	24.63%	26.21%
Neutral	55	4.53%
Disagree	15	1.24%
Strongly Disagree	3	0.25%

10.

While here at NC State I have used computer network access to such a degree that it has hindered my academic success. (e.g. over use of multi-player games, AIM, IRC, email, etc.)
n = 1242

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents	Percent of Related Answer
Agree to some extent	294	23.67
Strongly Agree	77	6.2%	26.19%
Agree	217	17.47%	73.81%
Neutral	275	22.14%
Disagree to some extent	673	54.19%
Disagree	505	40.66%	75.04%
Strongly Disagree	168	13.53%	24.96%

11.

How much do you actively use your ResNet service on an average day?
n = 1214

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents
Less than one hour	10	0.82%
1-2 hours	131	10.79%
3-5 hours	538	44.32%
5-8 hours	358	29.49%
9 or more hours	177	14.58%

12.

How many devices (computers, game consoles, networked printers, etc.) do you have connected to ResNet
n = 1242

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents
0	59	4.75%
1	806	64.9%
2	271	21.82%
3	72	5.8%
4	19	1.53%
5	9	0.72%
6	2	0.16%
more than 6	4	0.32%

13.

What kind of computers/devices do you regularly connect to ResNet? Check all that apply.
n = 1242, total responses = 1743

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents
Intel-compatible PC (Windows, Linux)	1115	89.77%
Macintosh	42	3.38%
Sun	19	1.53%
Handheld computer (e.g. Pocket PC)	45	3.62%
Networked printer / stand-alone print server	177	14.25%
Switch/Hub	53	4.27%
Router	65	5.23%
Wireless access point	70	5.64%
Digital Video Recorder (e.g. TiVo)	13	1.05%
Game console (e.g. XBox, PS2, etc.)	90	7.25%
Other	54	4.35%

14.

What is the primary operating system that you use?
n = 1214

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents	Percent of Related Answer
Windows	1161	93.48%
Windows XP	986	81.22%	84.93%
Windows 2000	69	5.68%	5.94%
Windows ME	44	3.62%	3.79%
Windows 98	58	4.78%	5.00%
Windows NT	2	0.16%	0.17%
Windows 95	2	0.16%	0.17%
Linux	18	1.48%
Macintosh OS X	28	2.31%
Macintosh OS9 or below	0	0%
I am not sure	6	0.49%
Other	1	0.08%

15.

Do you use your ResNet connection for a desktop or portable computer(s)?
n = 1214

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents
Desktop	667	54.94%
Portable (Laptop, notebook, etc.)	446	36.74%
Both	101	8.32%

16.

When you have needed help with computing problems while at NC State, from whom have you received assistance? If you have never needed assistance, please fill in 0 for all fields.
n = 1242

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents	Frequency used
I have never needed help	406	32.69%
I have needed help	836	67.31%
ResNet Technician	332	10.52%	15.76%
NC State Help Desk (515-HELP, help@ncsu.edu, 208 Hillsborough Building)	321	10.18%	15.82%
Departmental or College Help Desk	51	1.07%	1.50%
Roommate / Suitemate	408	12.17%	19.32%
Friend	550	19.6%	31.18%
Family Member	239	7%	11.28%
Professor or TA	58	1.02%	1.61%
Off-campus Vendor or Help Desk	93	2.43%	3.48%

17.

How would you rate the service you received when a ResNet technician came to your room to help you with your computer?
n = 1214

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents	Percent of Related Answer
I never had a technician come to my room	930	76.61%
I have had a technician come to my room	284	23.39%
Positive	260	91.55%	91.55%
Excellent	126	10.38%	48.86%
Very good	90	7.41%	34.62%
Good	44	3.62%	16.92%
Negative	24	8.45%	8.45%
Fair	13	1.07%	54.17%
Poor	11	0.91%	45.83%

18.

How would you rate the service you received from ResNet Technicians over the phone or via email?
n = 1214

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents	Percent of Related Answer
I never consulted a ResNet technician on the phone or via email	828	68.2%
I have consulted a ResNet technician on the phone of via email	386	31.80%
Positive	327	26.94	84.72%
Excellent	107	8.81%	37.72%
Very good	136	11.2%	41.59%
Good	84	6.92%	25.69%
Negative	59	4.86%	15.28%
Fair	40	3.29%	67.80%
Poor	19	1.57%	32.20%

19.

How would you rate the service you have received from the NC State Help Desk? (515-HELP, help@ncsu.edu, 208 Hillsborough Bldg.)
n = 1242

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents	Percent of Related Answer
I have never used the NC State Help Desk	867	69.81%
I have used the NC State Help Desk	375	30.19%
Positive	335	26.97	89.33%
Excellent	109	8.78%	32.54%
Very good	128	10.31%	38.21%
Good	98	7.89%	29.25%
Negative	40	3.22%	10.67%
Fair	31	2.5%	77.50%
Poor	9	0.72%	22.50%

20.

If you had a computing question, what would be your preferred way of asking it, from the choices below:
n = 1242

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents
Email	310	25.04%
Telephone	447	36.11%
Instant Messenger	203	16.16%
In Person	207	16.56%
Web-based self help	75	6.06%

21.

How often do you use a computer lab?
n = 1242

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents	Percent of Related Answer
Never	85	6.84%
Sometimes	1157	93.16
1-2 times per semester	297	23.91%	25.67%
1-2 times per month	315	25.36%	27.23%
1-2 times per week	313	25.2%	27.05%
3-5 times per week	148	11.92%	12.79%
6-8 times per week	41	3.3%	3.54%
9 or more times per week	43	3.46%	3.72%

22.

Which computer lab do you use more frequently?
n = 1242

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents	Percent of Related Answer
I do not use the labs	90	7.25%
Residence Hall Unity Lab	596	47.99%
Avent Ferry Unity Lab	43	3.46%	7.21%
Bagwell Unity Lab	60	4.83%	10.07%
Sullivan Unity Lab	246	19.81%	41.28%
Tucker Unity Lab	219	17.63%	36.74%
North Unity Lab	28	2.25%	4.70%
Other Unity Lab	134	10.79%
DH Hill Unity Lab	99	7.97%	73.88%
Laundry Unity Lab	33	2.66%	24.63%
ES King Village Unity Lab	2	0.16%	1.49%
EOS Lab (Leazar, Withers)	135	10.87%
College Lab (CHASS, CALS, etc)	287	23.11%

23.

When you use a computer lab, which operating system do you prefer to use?
n = 1242

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents
I do not use labs	75	6.04%
Windows	902	72.62%
Machintosh	38	3.06%
Unix	55	4.43%
Linux	172	13.85%

24.

What software packages would you like to have available that are not already in the computer labs? Please provide the operating system, if applicable.
n = 1242

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25.

In the past year, in how many of your courses did the instructor use classroom technology (e.g. computer, vcr, data projector, etc.) as part of the instruction?
n = 1242

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents
0	29	2.33%
1	78	6.28%
2	238	19.16%
3-5	562	45.25%
more than 5	335	26.97%

26.

How much did the use of technology in the classroom enhance your ability to learn the material being presented?
n = 1242

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents
None of my classes used technology	25	2.01%
A lot	470	37.84%
Somewhat	617	49.68%
A little	112	9.02%
Not at all	18	1.45%

27.

Thinking over the classes you took this year, how well prepared were you before entering the classes to work with the technologies you used in them (or to complete assignments for them)?
n = 1242

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents
None of my classes used any technology	28	2.25%
Very well prepared	665	53.54%
Moderately well prepared	502	40.42%
Poorly prepared	37	2.98%
Not prepared at all	10	0.81%

28.

Do you have any comments about the use (or lack of use) of classroom technology in your courses this year or in general?
n = 1242

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29.

If you had been able to schedule a small conference room for group projects or study sessions, how many times would you have used it this year?
n = 1242

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents	Percent of Related Answer
None	249	20.05%
At least once	993	79.95%
1-2 times	468	37.68%	47.13%
3-5 times	327	26.33%	32.93%
5-10 times	124	9.98%	12.49%
more than 10 times	74	5.96%	7.45%

30.

If you were able to schedule a small conference room for group projects or study sessions, what types of equipment would you use in this environment? Check all that apply.
n = 1242, total responses = 3923

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents
Computer	1088	87.60%
Document camera	188	15.14%
Video conferencing	118	9.50%
Whiteboard	890	71.66%
Screen sharing software	233	18.76%
Large computer display for group viewing	647	52.09%
Wireless Internet access	759	61.11%

31.

Other than what is listed above, what other equipment/technology would you like in such a room?
n = 1242

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some popular responses	number of times mentioned
copier	7
dvd	3
printer	13
projector	30
scanner	7
telephone	4
tv	12
vcr	7

32.

What do you use a PDA (Palm, Handspring, PocketPC, etc.) for? If you do not use a PDA, enter 0 for all possibilities.
n = 1242

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents	Frequency Used
I don't use a PDA	1085	87.36 %
I use a PDA	157	12.64%
Scheduling / Calendar	146	8.43%	67.36%
Playing Games	90	1.9%	15.39%
Email (composing, sending and receiving, online or offline)	42	0.77%	5.57%
Browsing the Web	46	0.83%	6.33%
Instant Messaging	34	0.63%	5.34%

33.

What brand and model of PDA do you use most often?
n = 1242

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some popular responses	number of times mentioned
Dell	10
Handspring	9
Hp	11
Palm	68
Sony	21
Toshiba	10

34.

What do you use your cell phone for? If you do not have a cell phone, please fill in 0 for each option.
n = 1242

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents	Frequency
I don't have a cell phone	198	15.94%
I have a cell phone	1044	84.06%
Talking	76.57%	91.18%	91.18%
Scheduling / Calendar	3.7%	12.30%	3.68%
Playing Games	2.24%	7.52%	2.29%
Email (composing, sending and receiving, online or offline)	0.75%	9.20%	0.59%
Browsing the Web	0.65%	7.67%	0.55%
Instant Messaging	1.83%	11.00%	1.64%

35.

What brand and model cell phone do you use most often? Who is your cell provider (Cingular, Sprint, NexTel, etc.)?
n = 1242

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some popular responses	number of times mentioned
alltel	270
cingular	227
sprint	127
verizon	236

36.

Have you used the NC State-provided "Nomadic" wireless Internet access available on campus?
n = 1242

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents	Percent of Related Answer
No	854	68.76%
I was not aware that NC State provided wireless Internet access	188	15.14%	22.01%
I knew it was available but i do not have a laptop or other wireless-capable device	474	38.16%	55.50%
I knew it was available and i have a laptop or PDA, but it does not have wireless capability	91	7.33%	10.66%
I have a wireless-capable device, but I have not used the wireless service on campus	101	8.13%	11.83%
Yes	388	31.24%
I have used NC State's provided "Nomadic" wireless a few times	250	20.13%	64.43%
I use NC State's "Nomadic" wireless regularly	138	11.11%	35.57%

37.

About how many times have you used a campus computing kiosk this year?
n = 1242

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents	Percent of Related Answer
I did not know they existed	321	25.85%
I knew they existed	921	74.15%
Never	316	25.44%	34.31%
1 time	109	8.78%	11.83%
2 times	137	11.03%	14.88%
3-5 times	191	15.38%	20.74%
5-10 times	96	7.73%	10.42%
10-20 times	38	3.06%	4.13%
more than 20 times	34	2.74%	3.69%

38.

How helpful was the Computing Essentials 2003 CD?
n = 1242

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents	Percent of Related Answer
I did not receive the CD	196	15.78%
I did not use the CD	363	29.23%
Used the CD	683	54.99%
Very helpful	175	14.09%	25.62%
Helpful	251	20.21%	36.75%
A little helpful	219	17.63%	32.06%
Not at all helpful	38	3.06%	5.56%

39.

Antivirus software is required on all Windows and Macintosh computers connected to ResNet. NC State offers Symantec Antivirus free of charge to all registered students. Have you installed Symantec Antivirus from NC State on your computer(s)? (Please answer honestly! We're not going to come after you if you haven't installed it!)
n = 1242

Answer	Number of Respondents	Percent of Respondents	Percent of Related Answer
I was not aware it was available	57	4.59%
I knew it was available, but did not install it	43	3.46%
I have other antivirus software installed	241	19.4%
I installed NC State's Symantec AntiVirus	901	72.54%
I downloaded it from the website	346	27.86%	38.40%
I installed it from the Computing Essentials CD	469	37.76%	52.05%
A ResNet technician installed it for me	31	2.5%	3.44%
I got it from somewhere else or I do not remember where I got it	55	4.43%	6.10%

40.

Are there any services that Information Technology Division should provide that are not currently provided?
n = 1242

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41.

Feel free to add comments below about ResNet or any of the above questions.
n = 1242

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Free Responses

Question:
Why have you not brought a computer with you to campus this semester? If you don't own one, why have you chosen not to purchase one? If you have a computer with you, why have you chosen not to connect it to ResNet?

Answers (28 valid results)

I own a computer, but I left it at home so that I can communicate with my family via internet/email. I use the computers in the computer labs located on campus or a friend's personal computer.
I don't have the money to buy one :(
I don't really need one as long as I can use the labs.
I have not brought a computer to campus because I can't afford one at the moment.
im an international student and the cost of buying a compter is not pheasable. the cost of resnet is also prohibative
I haven't had the funds to buy a computer yet.
I'm an international student and I couldn't bring my own computer from home.
No computer b.c no money
I cannot afford it
There was a misunderstanding when I was buying the computer.
Well because my roomate has one I just use hers however I will have one next year.
I knew there would be a computer lab down stairs and my roommate said I didnt have to bring mine because I could use hers
I didn't bring a computer to school because I did not have the funds to purchase one.
easy access on campus to the latest technology
I have not been able to bring/ buy a computer because I have not be financially stable enough to purchase one.
I had a computer last year, but it exploded (literally)! I wish I could get a computer, but I just don't have enough money right now, and any money that comes along I have to apply it to something else (like food, or tuition). Besides, with free computer labs on campus, why get a computer?
Price! I'm a poor college student. I wish they were included in tutition like UNC.
I use the on campus computer labs, so I dont need a computer
I have not bought one becasue I really can't afford one right now although I am trying to get one this summer.
I don't have enough money to buy one
didn't have the money to buy a computer
My computer is broken.
I can not afford to get a computer
I didnt have the funds to buy a computer this semester.
I cant afford a computer yet.
I do not own computer because school computer lab is very near my dorm and it is fast.
I do not own a computer. I have not purchased one because I want my parents to buy one for me.
I do not own one. I cannot afford a computer now.

Question:
What software packages would you like to have available that are not already in the computer labs? Please provide the operating system, if applicable.

Answers (351 valid results)

Photoshop for Windows XP
adobe photoshop and adobe illustrator
PDF conversion
AppleWorks on the PC's would be helpful.
WinZip CD Burning System, AOL
Internet Relay Chat on the UNIX and Windows Machines.
mozilla firefox, linux/windows
they're fine.
HumanCad in all labs
Solidworks that actually works! The current install consistantly hangs and crashes. Made my GC211 class nearly impossible.
AIM, macromedia flash player
they look good now
Power Point!!!!
Yahoo IM
I dont think the computers need any additional software.
maple, office suite in the library
not applicable
A lightweight window manager, such as blackbox, on the Linux and Solaris machines.
Visio
More Windows machines
i don't know to much about differ. programs
SAS and JMP (if they are not already on them
I don't know if it's really an operating system but the lab located on the 1st floor of DH Hill library (not the Unity lab on the second, the lab on the floor just below that) needs to have an updated applications window. Like the Dells in the Sullivan lab have an applications manager window which has Maple, Webmail, MatLab, Power Point, Microsof Excel, Microsoft Word, etc whereas the applications manager for the computers in this library lab do not; they don't even have Power Point or Microsoft Word!
windows...microsoft word
There are none that I need that are not already on the current operating systems.
Autocad
evrything i need is already installed
I would like to have all the Microsoft Office utilities.
Maya
Maybe something like AutoCAD and Microsoft office package thing with the powerpoint, excel, and word
Peachtree in all the labs, not just in Nelson.
I like the systems the computers already have.
i dont have any complaints about what is in there now
The computer labs usually have all the programs that I need.
Rhinoceros on the Windows boxes
games for Windows
No complaints
MICROSOFT WORD!!!
adobe premiere, adobe after effects, adobe final cut, boris fire fx, magic bullet suite
AOL Instant Messenger in the labs
windows 2003
I only do school work in the computer labs and there's enough software to cover that.
Photoshop
ProEngineer Wildfire
Fine as is.
3DS Max
windows not sure what else to put on computer
Corel Draw, 3D Studio Max
l
adobe photoshop
MS visual studio
PSpice
UNIGRAPHICS
all are readily available to me
I dont have any requests, there is usually plenty of software to use in the labs.
AOL instant messanger
AOL Instant Messenger Netscape
gaim (open-source IM client that is compatible AOL-IM, MSN, IRC, ICQ, etc. with win32 and linux ports, among others), open office instead of microsoft office, winamp or bsplayer for media
I don't know :(
word
cd burning capability
Halo
I would like to be able to get AIM that isn't AIM express.
fruity loops
Apple Works
Adobe Premiere, AIM, AutoCAD,
paintshop and photoshop
Windows XP would be beneficial.
programs available are sufficient
Aol instant messenger
I feel as if i have all i need
PSpice for Windows or Linux
Halo, Windows
ms office full pakage
Linux: The GIMP 2 XMMS Windows: WinAmp
cant think of any
Real Player and aol nstant messenger.
SolidWorks
not sure
Windows XP Professional
OpenOffice! Please install OpenOffice, as it is available on all platforms. It is annoying to have to constantly convert my OpenOffice files into Microsoft Word documents to print something out.
Crimson Editor - Windows
The tk library for Sun seems to have some issues - it creates problems when programs that use it try to render windows, such as in Matlab or Ansys. So it would be nice if that could be fixed.
its all good
AutoCAD
i don't know much about computers, so as long as it has Excel, Powerpoint, and Word, it's good for me
I don't know of any.
photoshop, PSPICE
microsoft office 2003
I dont not use the labs.
None that I can think of right now.
None that I can think of.
I like the ones that are in there already.
Soft Image Windows
Adobe After Effects
Adobe Pagemaker
Not missing anything
How about better windows machines in the eos labs. The login and needed software is very slow.
AIM (All operating systems)
Windows XP
OpenOffice gaim
Windows: Office 2003 Professional; Windows or MSN Messenger
n/a - i don't use the labs
None, they have most of what I need.
More civil engineering programs
Everything I need is already on them
Aim or similar service more readily available.
not sure
Full Adobe Suite
discreet Combustion and discreet Shake (high end video composition tools)
Windows: AOL Instant Messenger Windows: Yahoo! Instant Messenger
Not sure what's currently offered
There none that I can think of at the moment.
not sure
other FORTRAN compilers, UNIX/LINUX
3d studio max. - Windows
All fine.
Adobe
It would be nice if more Macs were available.
PSPICE,
All the software that is available is signigant enough.
Windows Remote Desktop Connection
Microsoft Excell and Microsoft Powerpoint on every computer. They are on some, but not on others, so when I switch computer labs and computers I never know if I am going to be able to open up a file.
AOL Instant Messenger
Paint Shop Pro
Windows Messenger
I would like AOL Instant Messenger on the system because when I have questions sometimes I need to get online to ask friends.
AIM
GSS database
word processor, spreadsheet program (for unix)
Pagemaker Photoshop
Solidworks
MS Visio on Windows SolidWorks on SunOS (if that's even possible)
Games
windows - PSpice on all computers
everything that i need is provided
Macromedia Flash Players
I dont know a lot about computers, so I dont know the names, just something comprehendable
Cakewalk (so that I can edit midi files)
Word on unix if possible.
Lotus Notes - Windows
AIM on all the computers would be nice
Peachtree
You already have a good selection
autodesk viz 4 on any lab on central campus
Norton Personal Firewall
I don't know any names- maybe an art or photo one that is fairly simple to use.
eclipse, tomcat. also, mozilla startup times on sun workstations is rediculus
AIM
I would love to have software that can get rid of all pop-ups.
Chat client/messenger
none that I can think of
AIM
Microsoft Word
I think programs are more than sufficient.
Pro-Engineer
powerpoint
AIM, MSN messenger
Maya on Mac
VPython on library laptops (windows)
Enterprise Miner (for SAS)
I think they have everything.
Microsoft Word compatable installment in Linux/Unix/Sun PCs
Windows XP (or some varient of it)
CAD
Full MS Office suite (windows)
dreamweaver, fireworks, flash - macromedia
AIM back instead of Trillian
i don't use it often enough to need anything else
they have everything I need
BlueJ for my CE 297 class
Power Point on all computers
AIM (Windows); Microsoft Publisher (Windows)
No requests.
AIM on Sun Systems
Can't think of any off-hand.
I don't know
All the packages I always use are already available on the computers.
I would like every computer to have CD/DVD Writeable drive.
better web design packages
Fully capable microsoft applications. Microsoft Word that can edit documents on every computer.
Everything that I use is already installed.
XP Professional
On any operating system, I'd like Spice to be more available. Also, I think there should be a push to use freeware or open-source solutions when applicable
Has everything I've needed already.
i don't have a prefrence
Autodesk Inventor
not sure
the unity labs have everything I need
I do not know of any.
Macromedia Flash (not sure if it's already installed or not, but I can't find a computer with it)
Up to date codex to watch videos
dont use labs
openoffice for mac, windows, and linux.
i have no opinion
Maple on more comps (sun machines, etc)
autocad, photoshop, illustrator, aim
I do not know of any suggestions.
not sure
I've noticed that Photoshop is not available in all labs.
keynote
class-specific required packages; i.e. for a multimedia class, I needed to go to Centennial every time I was required to edit video with iMovie (Mac) or Adobe Premier (PC)
Maple
Office 2000
Windows XP
None; I do not use the computer labs enough to warrant software requests.
no suggestions
none really
OpenOffice.org Windows/Linux x86
Netscape
word
Adobe Photoshop (Windows XP) JWPCE (Windows) Lotus Word Pro (Windows)
firefox web browser thunderbird email client GCC version 3.2 or later (unix / linux)
Code Warrior for Windows
updated adobe (photoshop, etc.) and illustrator (for windows), also flash MX for windows
I cannot stand Macs.
Instant messenger.........(haha)
Mathematica (any OS)
Windows OS
Office XP rather than Office 2000
publisher
The x-Win 32 software. So I can remotely access and use the software of the eos stuff from unity computers. INstead of just being able to connect. Windows or Mac like one.
xtensis suitcase for font managment on a mac. font book in os x is unreliable and pretty shoddy.
more rapid software updates for CURRENT packages!!!!!!!!!!!
More Linux computers would be nice.
PSPICE for Windows.
microsoft office
Adobe Photoshop
i cant think of any other ones
Windows Microsoft Word
they are sufficient
Adobe CS
The programs I need were in the lab in Riddick
all of them.
OpenOffice.org
unreal tournament 2004, i believe we should put our high speed lan to use of course if people wish to use the comp for school work the gamer should have to relieve his seat
photoshop, if not already installed
-Either an updated version of the Mozilla suite, or Mozilla Firefox as a browser on all operating systems. -At least version 2.0 of The Gimp on Linux. -Some lightweight window managers on linux available by default (ie fvwm, fluxbox)
not sure
Not all Common folders for certain programs (i.e. Solid Works) were availiable in ever lab (i.e. Poe had folders that Broughton could not access)
Photoshop, AutoCad
Virtual PC 2004 or VMware Workstation 4 with Linux installed on Virtual Hard Drive so Windows users can access Linux resources.
microsoft works
Instant Messanger for XP
not sure
AOL Instant Messenger(windows)
I think the bases are pretty much covered.
I do not use the labs.
i don't know
I don't know of any.
Pro-E
windows xp and office xp
Corel Suite (Multiplatform), Remote file transfer services.
AIM
GAIM for UNIX (without having to SSH to a Linux system) AIM for Windows
i would like to see TI interactive used in the windows format.
I have never had a problem with the programs provided.
Alias|Wavefront studio tools
AIM
AOL Instant Messenger
Maple 9 (Or latest) for Red Hat and Windows 2000
The Linux and especially the Mac machines have a very good software selection. Kudos. The Windows machines do not. Clients for MySQL, VNC, scp, and ssh would be nice, as would some programming language interpreters/compilers/IDEs (particularly Perl, Python, and Java, but go crazy). Mozilla Firefox and Thunderbird for web browsing and mail and FileZilla for FTP are also good choices. All of this stuff is free. Oh, and the Novell crap sucks, but I guess you're stuck with that. The Suns are pretty much worthless as workstations with better Unices around; any chance in rolling out a bearable desktop environment? The Pope couldn't use that thing without taking the Lord's name in vain several times.
windows2003
AIM instead of Trillian
I don't know, I'm pretty computer illiterate.
AOL Instant Messenger
I do not prefer a particular one besides the ones available.
I dont know.
I am satisfied with the applications
I do not use the labs
aim in the CALS lab
Adobe Premiere
I hate machintosh computers!!!!!!! Everyone I know gets annoyed when they try to use an apple computer in one of the labs.
I don't use labs.
Microsoft Excel Microsoft Powerpoint
everything I need is already on the computers
All the software packages that I need are on the lab computers I use in Tucker, Williams, and Polk.
Photo/video editing and some more technical programs like terminal services for ease of remote logo to offsite machines
new computers are needed
Mozilla Firefox a Settlers of Catan freeware game
i cant think of any
I never could get acrobat/pdfmaker to work right
there isn't any software to my knowledge that needs to be added.
I don't know.
Windows XP
Nedit - Linux Netscape (and other internet applications) - Linux
Openoffice.org programs
Mozilla FireFox on Windows Updated Winamp5 on Windows Gaim on windows
Windows
Microsoft Power Point, Windows
more windows
netBeans or visual slick edit
not sure
I think we got everything we need
3d studio max 6 with vray renderer plugin and network rendering allowed. (windows)
3D programs
Some way to listen to music without having a cd
Even though I'm not a fan of Apple for my personal use, I've really grown fond of the Apple in the Sullivan Lab. It is remarkably quicker in logging in than the Windows PCs are, and more stable. So in short, install more Apples in Sullie!
I can't think of anything that they don't already have.
PhotoShop
none that i can think of
iTunes
Can't think of any
Mac osX
I'm happy with the ones there now.
ANSYS available in all computer labs, not just the engineering ones.
sas in all college labs
scanners
Dreamweaver Studio 2004 (Mac/Win)
AutoCAD, Rhinoceros Evaluation
Pspice
Frontpage
adobe acrobat, photoshop
I would like to have access to all of my MAE software at all labs.
i did not use the labs
Microsoft programs like Word, Powerpt., Access, etc. and an internet explorer
I don't need anything else.
Instant messanger
paint shop pro
Computer Games
Microsoft Publisher
install IDE's such as Eclipse or NetBeans for programming
Adobe photoshop in all labs and up to date Macromedia programs including flash, fireworks, dreamweaver and others
they are already there
Adobe Pagemaker
Linux for non-engineers.
Adobe Photoshop - Windows
aim
Jasc Paint Shop Pro 8 or higher.
Power point. AOL.
Actually, I think that the computer labs are ok the way they are. A bit slow sometimes, but it's not too bad. In fact, I would like for my laptop to have all the software that's available on the unity lab computers :-p.
They already have all I need.
Windows XP
The computer labs have all the software on them that I would use.
Don't have anything specific in mind, just so long as I can do my classwork I'm happy.
I don't need any additional software.
Flash Media Player
Microsoft Office
mac os x design software
AIM, PSPICE, YAHOO Messenger, MSN Messenger
V-Python
microsoft word
SAP, AIM
autocad kazaa autodesk viz 4 adobe illustrator
Photoshop (I dont know if its on the machines)
Lindows
Finale 2003 or 2004 (music composition software), Windows
AIM and other instant messaging programs.
im really impressed with what there already is, but maybe some music making softwares, b/c lots of people need to use them for music classes. cakewalk (windows), garage band(mac), things like that.
Windowa
office

Question:
Do you have any comments about the use (or lack of use) of classroom technology in your courses this year or in general?

Answers (278 valid results)

I am a visual learner. I learn to associate certain colors with course material. It would help me if college professors would incorporate technology in their lectures so that I associate colors and/or pictures with material as I learn instead of when I go back and study.
My professors were proficent in using the technology, although the technology did not always cooperate with the professor.
I agree with the lack of technology used in most of my classes. Some were good as added visuals, but most were not needed.
should be used more
using technology in the classroom rarely helps students learn the material.
The math and physics classes need to use technology more in the classroom, especially in PY208 and MA242 where the material is very difficult to visualize and thus extremly easy for a bad instructor to make unclear.
I don't care much for classes that use netmeeting to broadcast to other schools - they always took 15+ minutes each day for setup and technical problems.
well in scale up, our teacher is a joke cause all he does is use webassign to teach
sometimes the want to use technology hinders the classroom experience
No, just use it if it actually helps a student do better in the course.
never learned how to use maple! more computers in classrooms would be helpful.
it is good
Should all be upgraded
my computer science class in withers 218 wasn't very integrated. i guess the projector didn't work or something cause we all had to watch clips just on a regular tv at the front of the class. not very impressive esp for a CSC class. you should fix that.
The use of technology was adequate.
I like the computer presentations using LCD projectors, I wish more professors used them.
I think that the use of technology is almost becoming a necessity to keep students interested/well informed in classes. Technology (such as the use of power point) makes things much more legible and accurate because teachers have the opportunity to go over their work ahead of time. I wish that more teachers had used technology. Also, some of those who desired to use it did not have proper training in it or know about all of the possibilities available to them.
teachers think powerpoint presentations take the place of actually teaching... they read directly off of it, very annoying
some of the programs never worked like excell and some of the lab tops never worked...was a huge problem the entirer semester....harrolson classroom
i think it was appropriate
Technology should be used as a tool not a crutch. Make sure kids know how to use things like Maple but also be sure to teach them how to do stuff by hand. Some better explainations for Maple coding would be beneficial as well; I was ALWAYS lost in Maple lab.
I think all classes should be required to use some form of technology resourcing.
In general, I would like to see a more widespread use of technology in the classroom.
FLS208 taught by Lioret has no business wasting space in the laundry building. This professor fails completely in adequate use of the facilities. This class (from my experience with this professor) could EASILY meet in a regular classroom. There is little or no effort to enhance education through the technology available.
In my computer classes like E115 and CSC 112 the technology helped, but in things like my physics lab it was just anoying and made for a boring and unuseful lab.
More teacher should use the technology in the classroom. Not just in the labs.
The classroom experience was especially useful in my Eng 101 course because she showed us how to do lobo's so that we could do them at our home computers.
no not really
hardly any of my teachers used it, though they could have
Java should have more hands on instruction.
no not really
i was amazed at how much this school uses technology in the classrooms
I think the classroom technology is great, and needs to be continued, however I find that powerpoint is being abused (used too much, to the point that it is not a good learning technique anymore).
There has been alot more technology used in my college classes than in my high school classes.
The use is awesome, they use it where needed, and leave it where it is not needed.
most of the teacher has websites, but only a few accually use them for assignments.
More technology usage! Please!
I thought it was very helpful to use technology in the classroom. When we actually worked on computers, I was able to learn a lot while following along with the professor.
Powerpoint is very popular, as is the overhead projection of computer screens in some classes. overall, very helpful.
math courses need to incorporate more classroom technology
The teacher in my PS 371 class didn't seem very adept at using the digital overhead projector. Also he tended to be incompetent at sending class emails or attaching files without somehow corrupting them.
I think the use of technology has been very beneficial
use of ppt slides to present advanced coding material (ECE 406 and courses like it) is very difficult to follow unless each slide is described in detail. Many times what happens is the instructor will throw up a slide with many lines of code and it is tough to process everything. I feel like my programming courses that the instructor used the board to write code line by line works better for learning.
Most teachers use a computer to project power point presentations. This is one of the best ways of learning for me.
- not many of my teachers even know how to use technology.
sometimes its pointless. and alot of the times they didn't work right
Would like to see more Audio/Video facilities in some classrooms (Kamphofener is one), had many projectors but could not play audio for a video project
the use of technology was only helpful when i was being taught how to use it, as in a computing or programming class. in other classes, things like powerpoint made it harder to learn.
I think that computer/technology use is well used.
I think the technology helps learning by enhancing the professor's ability to display material and create more in class participation.
Good
i noticed that notes posted by powerpoint helps students learn and professors teach easier
Somtimes technology can be overly used in the classroom and there isnt enough student/professor contact
Some professors may tend to overuse powerpoint in their lectures, but for the most part technology is well used.
We had to use MATLAB for my MAE 315 and ST 370 class. I thought my ST 370 professor explained MATLAB very well but the use of MATLAB in MAE 315 was very difficult. I think there should be some type of tutoring with programs like Maple and MATLAB.
The majority of my teacher do not utilize technologies enough to supplement the course materials. Especially in foreign languages where technology would be helpful, my professors have not used much technology - especially in higher level language courses.
the lack of tehcnology really was very evindent in the CHASS fields. profs were very unwilling, it my be becuase of lack education in technology.
not at this time.
It is good - it helps make things easier
A fair number of my professors use instructional technology in no way.
Park Shops 117 computer labs are great for classwork. The new CPUs are awesome with XP and everything new.
Computer tests turned out to be easy to use.
Sometimes it helps explain things, but only if the instructor can use it well along with the lecture, if they can't then it doesn't help at all.
I find that the use of technology in classes generally enhances my ability to learn, largely due to the variety of teaching and learning styles it caters to.
If and instructor uses only one type of technology and uses it all the time, it becomes rather monotonous and tiresome.
Online lecture notes are very helpful.
Glad to see more professors using technology these days.
more wirelss access
Not used in a lot, but I don't think it really needed to be used that much.
the use of technology in the classroom was very effective
proffesors need to be taught how to use them
I don't like some forms of "classroom technology. (ie. powerpoint presentation) When a teacher makes a presentation and uses it for the next 20 years to teach a class, I feel like the teacher is not coming through to the students. I abhor these classes.
they should use more
Yes
i believe its a good idea to be available to use classroom technology.
sometimes when the powerpoint doesn't work, the prof. has no backup plan and lecture is cancelled- this is annoying because it relies too much on technology
I wish all profs would use technology! It helps me learn a lot better
Professors' use of the technology was very helpful. Especially when they would put the notes on the internet.
some times it is overused leading to more distance between the students and teachers and less interaction. it also makes it easier for students to not feel like they need to go to class.
Powerpoints are boring and should be replaced somehow.
I have always had a problem connect the laptop to the overhead projector.
I really liked professors using Power Point presentations as it made it easier for me to get the notes (I'm hearing impaired).
I think we should increase use of technology in classes. Most college level students have a good understanding of technology or at least should.
I believe that the technology in the classroom is very good for the courses that I had this semester. Some problems did occur but it was not anything that could not have been fixed quickly.
make sure teachers for laptop sections understand how the laptops work and how to use them to their fullest potential
In my philosophy class, the entire course was taught over webct. I liked it because it gave instant grading and the questions were multiple choice.
I think professors should only use technology if it's going to help in teaching and learning the material; not just b/c it's easier on them.
It's been good.
Sometimes it is easier to take notes off a projected screen that has color and effects, however it doesn't hinder you from learning.
I think its fine. My english teacher wasn't as computer savvy as she could have been, but it wasn't a big deal at all. The class still ran smoothly and we got everything done.
I'm tired of overhead projectors Teachers should be officially taught how to use the smartboards.
not enough computers in withers
This year, it generally made sense not to use classroom technology in the courses I took. As long as the teacher is able to teach the material understandably, and the course is not based around technology, there is no need for teachers to be forced to use technology. If the course is technology based, it would be nice for the teacher to use the necessary technology when teaching.
The use of technology was very helpful especially in the large classes; lectures were very easy to follow by having a visual aid.
they could use more
Sometimes it can help, sometimes it can hurt. It's all how the instructor uses the technology
I love it when the teacher uses slides. I then don't have to take notes and I can give my teacher my full attention and brain power.
teachers overuse power point
English classes SHOULD NOT be required to have students go online to find assignments or syllabi. It is simply more work for the student to remember to go look at these sites. If a student should happen to forget to check it and an assignment is due, they bear the consequences. Teachers should AT LEAST tell students of these online assignments.
it helps the students read the notes better b/c some professors have bad handwriting.
i believe that in classroom technology should not be mandatory and there should be less of it.
The equipment in G111 in Caldwell either needs help or better instructions of how to operate it.
projector in harrelson 201 hurts my eyes
Most used the technology when it was applicable for the class.
its stupid
Wireless internet is great! My professors were able to lecture using powerpoint or web-linked outlines that illustrated course material very well.
Really appreciated the increasing implementation and use of technology in all of the classrooms I use.
Maple should have its own class for freshman so they learn how to use it.
Use of technology in the classroom greatly improves my understanding in that class, especially if I can access the same information from my room at a later time.
The use of technolgy helped with visuals, and the efficiency of the lectures.
sometimes getting them to work/turn on took too much time in class
Some teachers rely too much on powerpoint and it can be distracting.
Dr. Ayoub didn't use a course locker and instead used Yahoo Briefcase. The night before the test someone deleted all the files out of the Yahoo Briefcase. I don't know if this is your problem or Dr. Ayoub's problem (I'd tend to say Dr. Ayoub is just lazy), but I thought it was worth mentioning.
Technology was used, but the bare minimal was done with it...it was not used to its full potential in order to enhance learning. When the bare minimal is used with the technology, it's just "there" and then it becomes more of a hinderance or distraction rather than a "learning tool."
should have more
I took ST445 this semester and the prof only took us to the SICL lab once a week, I feel that despite the disadvantages he saw (namely the distractions available) I would have learned a great deal more about SAS if we'd used the SICL lab every day.
Made the class more interesting.
I think it is a good trend, classes like Java and other computer-oriented classes should be taught in a lab.
Math classes required maple, which is stupid and useless.
teachers need to understand that everyone might not be able to operate the technology at a fast speed. Teachers need to take the time to teach the software first.
the whole e-click thing in my chemistry class was pretty stupid, it wasn't worth the time or money
It works for some classes, but not for all
I like being able to access class websites and class notes from my dorm room.
Webassign sucks.
not used enough
When overheads are used instead of projection, the material is on available during the class time. If the material was presented on a projection, it would be readily available to all students.
I really liked that I could do my math homework online first semester and when I was not able to do it on the internet the second semester, my grades suffered.
The available technology is a powerfull tool for us to learn and understand the lessons better.
Classroom technology is especially good for those students who need visual aids. With this advantage, it is easier to comprehend the material.
The use of classroom technology made learning fun and easier to retain.
Sometimes professors will put too much emphasis on powerpoint presentations than on actual teaching and explanation.
maple is worthless...
I think the teachers who know how to take advantage of technology do a really good job. Others seem to be more ludites when it comes to integrating old with new.
I enjoyed technology in the classroom.
Some professors of sciences, although knowledgable in their subject area, do not have much of an idea of how to correctly use the classroom technology since most of it is new.
Most of it was just projections
it has helped me greatly, because the information provided in class was also available for me to access online in my own room
I feel that the teachers that used technology here, did a very good job of balancing the use of classroom technology with education. In high school, I felt that most teachers embraced technology at the expense of actually teaching the class.
it was a good balance
well i took a computer based class (architectural representation) which helped me learn how to use certain graphic programs
It was always very helpful, especially to have power point available, easier to see and take notes. I wish all classrooms had it!
it helps me visualize things better.
I enjoy technology being used in the classes.
Addressed mostly to the CSC department, in particular 467 -- don't expect people to jump right in to unfamiliar software and produce professional-quality material
I liked when professors encouraged us to e-mail them final papers, etc. It was very convienent to me.
none this year.
It's good to have the digital projectors. Allows professors to write notes/draw, etc. for a large audience.
the use of technology was excellent! there needs to be more of it
I like it
I think the ma242 should have computers available
I hate webassign, it is the devil.
There should be more lecture halls equipt w/ computers, so as to be used by the students during the lecture.
It has been great--especially for science courses like zoology.
Some of my professors still write on blackboards, while others won't lecture if the powerpoint is not working. It can be very inconsistent.
nah
good
Linux blows. So does putty and all that crap you have to go through to remotely access the EOS system.
the use of technology in classrooms is very helpful to the students because we can take notes better compared to trying to catch everything the professor is saying orally. We can follow with the professor during class.
I would like to see more technology used in the classroom. Sometimes a chalkboard is not quite enough to convey some abstract concepts.
its nice
over heads need to be replaced by power point full time!
The student response remotes are a good idea to illicit response from the entire class.
I would only like the professor to use the computer if he/she is showing us how to use software we need for the class. Otherwise a chalkboard or whiteboard is fine.
i taught me a lot
more need to use tv's and projectors.
It is nice when professors have power points of the lectures avaialbe however the classes are not very informative if all they do is read from the screen.
In my communications class the projector often goes into sleep mode, and the professors need to know how to make it begin working again. The vcr was broken the entire semester in my history class. In some of the extremly large classes the projection screens need to be larger, and microphones need to be used.
i think some computers areoverpowered for what they are used for(tompkins dual p4), while some are underpowered and sluggish at best (unity at harrelson ground)
better sound systems in Nelson 3400
Technology use in coursework is great, however calculus webassigns seem out of place.
add zip disks to the desktops
wireless is nice
einstruction in ch 221 was useless.
I feel as though the grad students should be required to know how to FULLY operate the equipment, not all of them do.
classroom technology is a great aid in lecturing. having notes available on an overhead or powerpoint are very helpful.
i liked it.
it was a good amount
we need more computer machines
I think it could be useful to inform faculty of the various resources available from an internet-based standpoint. Meaning WebCT and Wolfware and things of that nature.
The technology is great! Keep up the good work!
Maple was not helpful
I like it and it helps me out a lot especially webassign.
Scale-Up Physics didn't work for me.
technology, especially powerpoint presentations helps both teacher and students stay focused and organized. also is a great method to follow when taking notes.
none at this time.
Encourage more faculty to use it.
happy with the amount of use
I don't believe it is a good thing to become progessively more reliant upon technology as a teaching tool in the classroom. The teachers are becoming more alienated and distant due to powerpoint and prepared slides. There are rarely examples done by hand, and when asked a question teachers simply direct your question the slides thereby never really taking it upon themselves to DO THEIR JOBS.
more wireless areas!!!
im in the laptop pilot program
very useful
The use of lecture notes online for CSC 116 (Java) is completely ludicris... It has no bearing on the class and the class should be taught in a lab...
more professors need webpages with course outlines/syllabi and also they should depend more on e-mail as a form of communication. it's not always convenient to come to office hours.
some teachers didn't know how to use macs
I think it was a good idea and more classes should use it.
I hate maple! Their is no instruction given by human beings on how to do it (my TA was worthless). Also e-click is totally useless and wastes class time.
The SOC program was a great idea.
No, I dont because they arent required in all of my classes.
It was a good thing.
the use of maple for calc. was very difficult. i placed into ma241 and never had a maple lab. my teacher assumed we all new how and when i approached him for help he wasn't able to help me. the help in maple was very confusing as well
I really like to take online tests in my organic chemistry class.
Having the internet in my PS 301 class was great because we could look at political websites as we talked about the topic. My PSY 376 instuctor liked Powerpoint a little too much. Too easy to put a lot on one screen and then fly by it. Difficult to take notes from powerpoint.
sometimes teachers' use of technology could be better
In the classes that I have taken, the technology use has been appropriate and beneficial to learning.
Using the projectors to demonstrate vPython programs in Physics 208 was helpful so we could see how particles behaved under certain circumstances. The PRS system was also helpful in understanding the course material for PY208. Some of the professors in other classes had trouble operating the projectors and wasted class time trying to work the equipment.
It always helps to be able to see things on the projector screen rather than seeing problems on the chalkboard.
The maple assignments were so different from the curriculum being mainly ahead of what's been taught that they were more of a hindrance and burden than practice/clarifying learning
i like how a lot of classes are web based
Great experience!!
The computers in the Biology labs are horrible. They are extremeley fragile will shut down for no apparent reason.
I LOVE technology! The more, the better. It all helps so much more in learning (of course, I am a visual learner).
The use of classroom technology is a wonderful way to enhance the learning experience. I remember more information when I not only hear it, but see it.
I think the addition of technology in the classroom is a good indication of where the university stands on technology. It also helps immensly with learning.
Often times it seems that the technology has been forced into the material, even if it could be presented just as easily without. It seems some classes lacked a really good use for it
professors should use a variety/ take advantage of muliple technologies to teach
It is helpful with allowing us to understand things.
No not really the only complaint I have is teachers and advisors not being able to use the internet to their advantage. I know some of my friends have teachers that dont check their email or dont know how and the same with advisors.
Webassign tests. course notes via powerpoint
I would like to see more use of powerpoint
More classes should take advantage of the computer resources available here
I like when teachers use slides so I don't have to spend my time writing notes, I can actually take time to listen to what the teacher has to say...when they have something interesting to tell me.
Webassign and Maple sucks.
The teachers should use it during lecture.
Alot of the larger classes used technologies like projectors and powerpoint. Sometimes that makes it easier to follow the material.
i think it helps us out a lot because we are actually doing some one on one interaction and i think it helps us learn the material a lot better
some of it was unneeded
It would be beneficial if less technological classrooms such as those in less renovated buildings such as Harrelson had portable technology (computer projectors on carts for example) at the professors' disposal.
I just don't like PowerPoint Professors.
i don't like being required to use certain computer programs in my classes
e115 wouldve been easier if the TA had an overhead projection of the comp screen.
No complaints
I'd like them to use more documentry movies, to give a vivid background of the material.
It is hard when teachers use overhear powerpoint because they are harder to follow and its harder to take notes and pay attention
professors should all try to incorporate some form of technology in each class. it makes it more interesting
The use of power point is very helpful in the classrooms as it makes learning to me alot easier when you can see the material on the screen and not just hearing it from the teachers mouth. some teachers arnt as good in using the technology but at least they try.
they are helpful and keep students focused and involved
It seems the lecturers don't use the resources to their full extent.
Availability of Internet in classrooms was very beneficial for examples and online notes.
The only technology that I saw in classes was a projector to show PowerPoint presentations. Other than that my classes just used the board, which is all they really needed to use.
I think it's a great supplement to any class, but it should be applied and used in a way that makes it helpful and effective.
The classes that needed technology (like powerpoint or other things) used it, otherwise my professor didn't need to use it because of demonstrations.
The microphones and big screens in the front of the room help everyone to see and hear.
Teachers right stuff on chalk boards still . . . What classroom technology?
Why do Education majors and Mathematics majors have to take E115 and JAVA or Fortran?
low on use this year, easier to get work done where i want to do it and not infront of a computer
it is very helpful in general.. more wireless technology should be available in buildings
many programs used for creating things for communications classes were never demonstrated or taught in my curriculum, so we basically had to play around with the programs to get them to work
I like webassign. I know that everyone complains about it, but when I do my homework, it helps me understand what's going on inside the classroom. It also helps me for upcoming quizes, and tests.
could be used more often
I's prefer less technology.
Often the technology is used the wrong way, or ineffectively
helpful if you missed class
A lot of fun
It's great that we have it in the classrooms but we never really have to do projets using tech. so a lot of people don't know how to use it.
Technology should be used more in classrooms. Class materials presented in a technological way (ex. slide shows or powerpoint) are much better organized and easier to follow. Internet course notes are exceptionally helpful in all classes.
Some professors try too hard to use technology and it becomes distracting.
Glenn Lewis is an Alias teacher who doesn't care much at all for his students.
Teachers should not depend so much on classroom powerpoint presentations
Not using computers in the classroom is not nessisarily a bad thing. These questions sound strangly familiar to another recently taken survey.
Some professors hide behind a powerpoint presentation or some other visual presentation system and never go outside their preplanned lectures.
sometimes it helps, sometimes it doesn't
multimedia can help a class, or make it worse. A good system avaliable can help instructors use tech more specifically for the courses needed.
Often one of my professors would attempt to use classroom technology but because of his lack of training he had trouble adquetly using the technology and this often hindered the class. I suggested having training and support help available so professors know how to use such technology.
teachers need to learn to use the technology
I do not understnad why we are forced to learn Linux (when you are an engineer). We should use what we grew up with and what we are most comfortable with, even if it is not Linux.
In general, instructors should be acquainted with and comfortable using the technology before trying to use it in class.
slide shows were extremely important
Generally its just powerpoint presentations
Excessive use of powerpoint can detract from learning. Taking time to work out problems and actually work through concepts is key.
I would prefer it if professors would not rely on powerpoint to do their lectures.
maple is a waste of time in calculus
It should be used where ever it can be if it will help relate material or give a better understanding of a subject. Visual technology such as projectors and such greatly help my understanding of material.
I recommend having all of the computers that are used in the classroom to have a windows operating system on there since it is well known. I think most of them do.
I like it
it gets to a point where its over used. powerpoints in physics are not necessary when u should be working problems on the board. things like that almost hinder learning. sometimes the good old chalkboard way is better for learning.
Yeah, it sux because you hardly have time or remember to check the websites consistently. I'd prefer to have a piece of paper in front of you.
good technology in wachovia executive classrooms in nelson
more instructors would use computers for lecture if projectors were present in all classrooms.

Question:
Other than what is listed above, what other equipment/technology would you like in such a room?

Answers (199 valid results)

Power Point equipment
I cannot think of anything else.
Digital projectors
That's all we would need.
telephone ... on campuse calling
Copier machine
TV and dvd player
projector with full video capabilities
wireless internet access
noting else
printer, copyer,
A cofee maker.
Video recorder
equitment that would actually work and that the teachers knew how to work
comftorable seating
telephone access
screen projectors
nothing else
The equipment and technology listed above are the things I would like in such a room.
Don't care
plugs in the wall for other equipment.
audio recording equipment
Pencils and paper.
Overhead machine. Like the one in the Sullivan classroom.
The equipment listed above is all I would have used.
some nice couches to sit in to make the studyin more enjoyable
nothing more
nothing that i can think of
copier/printer
television
copier/printer/scanner
video camera, so we could transcribe.
Softboard
lcd projector
a camera to make video with, because for some group projects, you have to make small videos, etc.
Video game consoles for taking a break, bean bag chairs, at least 5 high performance computers with regularly upgraded bleeding-edge video cards and games installed, snack machines and drinks allowed (room inspected and people using it have to clean afterwards of course)
Just a white board and markers would suffice. ( Iwould use them for Chem 101 and calculus)
telephone
lights :-0 chairs a table markers eraser cat-5 spicket-(aka network acess)
Dolby 5.1 Surround
over-head projector
Audio/Video players, (DVD, VHS, etc)
VGA/Video Projector
Decent amount of open desk space, i.e. a big table
tables and chairs
Maybe a television and/or vcr if they were needed
TV VCR
comfortable chairs and a table
table, chairs
laptops
mini-bar
Laser pointer, Touch Screen display board
projector
That seems sufficient
None that I can think of.
Some way to practice powerpoint presentations, an internet connection (doesn't have to be wireless).
A podium or lecturn to "teach" from.
Drafting tools
LCD projector.
None, it was a very good list
Yes
Nothing more.
overhead
Comfortable Chairs or sitting area
printer
Nothing that I can think of.
Thats enough
no other
scales, measuring tools, stereo
Computers with different OS's
Digital Projector
webcams
I would like materials such as posters, or markers.
HDTV
tv/VCR
projector
Maybe projectors with the computer, like in the larger lecture halls.
video editing equipment
printer, copier, scanner
chairs; tables; maybe some office supplies, such as scissors, which are often forgotten
thats it, at least one person will have a laptop
phone
bluetooth everything
Projector that could be hooked to the internet in order to see, if we had a power point or other visual, how it would look on the screen.
cameras
Scanning/Printing equipment
Use of bluetooth devices to get rid of cables connecting computers to projectors and other devices.
can't think of anything
the above sounds good
Copy machine, printer.
not sure
Outlets for internet connection. Comfortable chairs.
There's a general lack of places on campus for group studying in general. My study partners usually end up wandering around looking for a class room with large not bolted down tables and white/chalkboards.
Comfortable chairs
lcd projector, smart board
powerpoint on the computer
Unsure
Projectors and screens, a lot of teachers use power points, and a lot of projects consist of power points.
I'm not really sure.
Digital camera, powerpoint
a printer a scanner
PowerPoint Presentations
printer
smart boards
Some kind of display device to simply show differing points. Maybe a desktop to projector switcher of some sort.
Nothing else.
none... other equipment would present distractions.
maybe an overhead
projector
Not sure
other than tables, not sure
Printer
Internet access in general, it doesn't have to be wireless
nothing else
can't think of any
Proxima projector
tv with dvd/vhs
nada
Just Whiteboards and lots of them, there need to be more group conference rooms that can be used by the students whenever needed. They were impossible to find this year.
a desk
i don't know
Coffee Machines
That should be sufficient on what i checked.
three different computers linux, sun, windows
Projector
that would be enough
For the large display - projectors are excellent for preparing/practicing presentations
not sure
video manipulation gear
Digital Camera
I don't know
Not only one white board, but several.
television with vcr, dvd player
pda
not sure
projector
I don't know.
T.V. and V.C.R
Digital Video Camera
Microphone and speaker system.
stripper monkies
Nuclear Reactor
comfy chairs, and a circular table
m/A
laptops available for each guest in the room
Dry erase markers that could be checked out with a student ID (so that they wouldn't be stolen).
tv
not sure
printer and or copier
HD-DLP Surround Sound
thats fine.
Projector
sharks with laser beams on their heads
Computers
Projector
All those things above are adequate.
Availabe Laptops
Video projection
Nothing specific
The things listed above seem to meet all the requirements I would have of such a room.
couches and computer desks with Chairs
maybe speakers
I think it covers just about all of it in the above question.
None that I can think of.
Pencils, paper, radio for music occasionally
projector
a projector connected to the computer to be used for activities such as practicing group powerpoint presentations.
printer
Well, an LCD projector. You could have one that's bolted to the ceiling and you just have a wall jack that you plug the computer into.
Nothing else
printer
Tables and chairs, heh.
wired internet?
Big comfortable leather chairs and large clean tables
projector
Just a comfortable environment, with table space and plenty of chairs.
All of my classes already had everything I needed to learn the information.
Free food and drinks
Not sure
Large Tables and comfertable chairs
Laptop computers
Hand-held devices for answering multiple choice on the board. For example, the hand-held keypad would have 1-9, and there are multiple choice, and you have to answer within a certain amount of time.
LCD projector
scanner
a toaster
tv
speakers for sound
video projectors and screens
Digital Camera
Student solutions manuals to as many technical courses as possible. Almost like USTL's physics tutorial center, only better. (They don't have all the solutions manuals, and this room wouldn't be specifically for tutoring.)
That's about it.
tables and chairs
Projector
projector
light tables, scanners
Power point projector
alot of table space and chairs
Vending Machines....
more seats

Question:
What brand and model of PDA do you use most often?

Answers (185 valid results)

Dell Axim
Don't use one.
Toshiba 740e
Sony Clie NX80V (PalmOS5)
don't use one
IBM Workpad
not applicaple
Palm m100
Palm- Zire 71
Handspring Visor
Palm m515
HP Ipaq
sony
Handspring
Sony
palm
Palm Pilot
Toshiba e 310
I don't use one.
Palm m330
Palm
Cassiopeia E-125
Don't own one
i do not and will not ever own a PDA
palm m500
non-applicable
handspring visor deluxe
palm
I do not own a PDA
palm zire 71
I Dont
sony clie
I don't use a PDA.
sony
palm m500
Palm m515
hP iPAQ Pocket PC
Palm Tungsten C...I have not been able to configure the internet options at this time, but use it quite a bit for reviewing class notes and editing assignments.
Palm M100
Sony Clie Peg-SJ22
Handspring Visor Edge
Handspring Visor
Sony Clie tj-37
Handspring
ViewSonic PocketPC
HP jornada
do not use it
Dell
i don't
Toshiba e310 Windows Operating Systemb
Not applicable
Dont use one.
I couldn't say.
Palm Pilot
Palm Zire
palm
toshiba e740
Palm Tungsten E
Palm
Sharp Zaurus
Palm
Tungsten
Sony Clie'
i'm not sure
n/a - don't have a PDA
I do not use a PDA
i do not own one
Palm m515
Dell Axim X5
HP Jornada
I do not use one.
do not have one
Sony, Clie PEG-SJ22
I don't use one.
Palm Tungsten E
palm
not sure
Toshiba
Palm M130
Do not use.
Toshiba 755e
I don't use one.
Sony Clie
Sony Clie TJ-35
Tungsten T
Palm Zire
Handspring Treo
Toshiba E335 Pocket PC
hp ipaq 2215
Don't currently own one. Looking at iPaq
Toshiba e335
no PDA
Palm m125
sony
Compaq Ipaq, switching to Handspring Treo
Palm V
Palm m130
Palm V
Toshiba e740 (PocketPC)
do not have
Palm Pilot
Palm m130
Do not have one.
Palm OS
Handspring Mindspring Neo
Do not own one
palm 125m
sony clie
Palm Vx
don't own one
IBM WorkPad C3 (old piece of junk)
I do not own an PDA
do not own one
palm V
i don't
I do not have a PDA
Dell Axim Pocket PC
not applicable to me
Dell
do not use one
Don't use one
Palm
SONY CLIE
I have a Palm III, but I don't use it.
Sonny
Palm Zire
ipaq 2215
Dell Axim X3i
Palm IIIc
Palm
palm pilot
Palm Zire (2 MB)
palm
Handspring
I do not have one!
adobe 6.0
palm zire
Zire 71 Palm
Palm Pilot
Sony Clie TJ25
palm Zire 71
Palm
Palm
Dell Axim
i dont.
Palm M130
Palm
Clie
Sony and Palm
PALM VIIX
Dell Axim X5 (Pocket PC 2003)
Palm IIIc
compaq ipaq..... get some more Wireless Access POINTS!!!!!!!
Sony Clie
Tungsten
Palm m130
I do not use one.
dont use one
Dell Axim x3i
Don't use one
compaq ipac
Palm Zire
palm
i do not use one
I don't use a PDA.
Palm Tungsten-E
palm
Palm
Sony Clié
I do not use PDA. (at least not yet..:))
Palm Zire 71
2
Dell Axim
Palm m505
iPAQ 3700
I don't use one
Palm
No PDA :'(
I don't own one.
Sony
palm m105
Palm m125
palm m130
Do not have one
compaq

Question:
What brand and model cell phone do you use most often? Who is your cell provider (Cingular, Sprint, NexTel, etc.)?

Answers (1022 valid results)

Cingular
Verizon
Cingular
LG VX4400 - Verizon
Nokia with Cingular as my provider.
Cingular Nokia 1100
Verizon- Motorolla
Verizon
Motorola. Alltel
Samsung N400- Sprint PCS
Verizon, LG 4400
Alltel
Sprint
LG 3100 - Alltel
Nokia, Alltel
Nokia 3595, AT&T Wireless
Verizon
Nokia 8265, SunCom AT&T
Version
nokia, cingular
Do not use one.
Verizon Wireless
Sanyo 5150, Sprint
Sprint
LG VX6000 with Verizon
Nokia/US Cellular
Cingular
Sanyo SCP4700 Sprint
Sprint
verizon
Nokia, verizon
motorola v60 i. ATT.
Cingular Wireless
Samsung, Verizon
Nokia, CCT
Verizon, LG VX10
Nokia 3XXX with Cingular
LG
verizon (qualcomm)
verizon
motorola t720 alltel
Alltel
Motorola T720 Alltel
Cingular, Nokia 3--- the one with the color screen.
verizon wireless
Sony Ericcson T616 - At&t
cingular -motorola t720
samsung/sprint
Siemens S56 ; Cingular
Verison
Virgin mobile
i90; Nextel
Verizon
Kyocera Phantom
Motorola
LG, verizon
LG /Verizon
Audiovox-US Cellular
altell, it's a big zach morris cell phone and i need a new one.
alltel
v60i Alltel
Verizon, it is a Nokia 5100
Nokia from Cinguar
Cingular
LG VX3100. Verizon Wireless.
Nokia, Alltel
LG VX6000 by US CELLULAR
Motorola c331g - Cingular
Motorola T720 (Cingular)
cingular
nokia cingular
nokia
Motorola, Verizon
Cingular
Altell
t720 Motorola, Cingular
Audiovoxx, Verizon
cingular
LG Cell Phone, Verizon
Nokia (sorry, don't know model) Cingular
motorola; alltel
Cingular
motorola, verizon
Nokia / Cingular
Nokia model-----Alltel service provider
Cingular
Verizon
Alltel- Motorola T720
nokia 3500, alltel
Kyocera 3225 Alltel
LG
n/a, Cingular
Samsung Verizon Wireless
Sprint
Nokia, Cingular
Nokia 3595. Cingular
Sprint (Samsung A600)
Motorola, Alltel
Motorola, Verizon
Nokia
Kyocera 2135, Alltel
Sprint
Kyocera phone, Verizon service
Nokia TracPhone
Cingular
Cingular
verizon wireless
Verizon
Sprint
Verizon
Sprint
Nokia, Alltel
motorola
Verizon Kyocera 2135
altell
Samsung is the cell phone brand that I use most often. My provider is Sprint PCS
nokia
US cellular
Nokia Cingular
Samsung x427; Cingular
Nokia 3588i, Sprint
Alltel
Motorola V60t Cingular
nokia - alltel (i hate them both)
Samsung and Sprint's the provider
Nokia Suncom AT&T
Sprint PCS
Sprint
Verizon
alltel
nokia 5100
Verizon
Verizon Wireless
Motorola 2282 Verizon
Samsung/ Sprint
LG phone from sprint
Samsung, Sprint
Motorola V60i, Verizon
motorola,verizon
cingular
Verizon
nokia cingular
LG, model number vx2000 Verizon Wireless
Sprint
Nokia 3695 / AT&T
Samgsung, Verizon
Sprint
Nokia, Cingular
Motorola cell phone. Verizon Wireless cell provider
Verizon
Nokia. Cingular.
Cingular
LG Verizon
Samsung - Sprint
nokia, cingular
verizon
Motorola Cingular
nokia/Cingular
verizon
LG VX4400B Verizon
Motorola Alltel
Alltel
cingular
samsung, virazon
Nokia, unsure of model, via AllTel
Motorola
Kyocera, Sprint
verizon
Verizon wireless... it's an Audiovox flip phone.
Samsung SCH-A460, sprint
cingular
nokia - at&t or cingular
Cingular
cingular
verizon
sprint pcs 8100
I use a Motorola phone, model I'm-not-sure, and my provider is Alltel.
sprint sanyo 8100
Nokia 3590, Cingular
siemens and cingular is my cell provider.
Motorolla v-60i AllTel
I use Verizon and my phone is an Audiovox
Cingular
verizon
cingular
Motorola T720, Verizon
VERIZON
Nokia, Alltel
Nokia, Alltel
NexTel
Nokia 35851 Alltel
Alltel
Alltel
motorola v120 (e i think) with verizon
AT&T
I use a CDMA v60 with a data connection kit
Brand: LG VX6000 Provider: Verizon Wireless
sprint
LG camara phone, Alltel
Cingular
Motorola, Verizon
Motorola, US Cellular
LG VX 6000, Verizon
Motorola 120T
Audiovox
LG VX 4400
Kyocera- Verizon Wireless
Motorola, verizon
alltel
Motorola, Cingular
Verizon Motorola
altell, nokia
Cingular Sony Ericsson t306
motorola timeport, alltel
Sanyo 8100, Sprint
Alltel
Cingular
panasonic, SunCom/AT&T
verizon
Motorola - Alltel
Verizon
siemens
Samsung, Sprint
Motorola T720 Alltel
Motorolla t720 w/ cingular
Sprint
Nokia, Cingular
Sprint
Verison is my cell provider.
nokia/cingular
cingular
Verizon
Nokia, 5595i, Alltel
Seimens, AT&T
Nokia 5185i, Alltel
Cingular service provider, Nokia brand phone
Motorola - Cingular
alltel, motorola
LG VX6000, Verizon
Morotola.T-Mobile
Samsung phone with Sprint service.
Samsung Verizon
Nokia, Alltel
Verizon, T730
alltel
cingular
Samsung cell phone with Sprint provider
nokia Suncom at&t
Cingular
verizon
Cingular
Nokia something service with altell
T-Mobile Nokia
Verizon
Cingular
cingular
Samgung VI660, Sprint
Motorola V60iX, alltel
Sprint Sanyo eveyday, multiple times
Motorola V60i - Alltel
Sony Ericsson, Cingular
LG, Verizon
Sprint
Nokia 5165 with AT&T
motorola T490 cingular
i205 Nextel
Cingular
Sprint is the provider- i don't know what model
Cingular
Qualcomm, Verizon
Allitel
Motorola; US Cellular
Sprint, LG
alltel
Cingular
Verizon
Nokia... i think it's US Cellular, but it'll probably change this summer
Nokia/Alltel
Nextel
Nokia, Verizon
Sprint
Motorola and Alltel
LG VX6000 Verizon
altel, motorola
Sprint Samsung N400
Sony Ericsson. US Cellular
Nokia 3585i....prepaid cell phone through Simple Freedom
Cingular
LG 5450, Alltell
Cingular
Sprint
Nokia/Alltel
Samsung, Sprint
Sony Ericson, AT&T
Cingular Motorola v60
AT&T, Motorola V60 Color
nokia cingular
kyocera
Motorola Altel
SonyEricsson T306 -- Cingular
motorola
Nokia, Cingular
Nokia 3395 Cingular
verizon
cingular
I do not have a cell phone.
Motorola v60i / Cingular
samsung, cingular
Motorola, Alltel
Motorola V60X
Nokia, Cingular
US Cellular
Cingular; Sony Ericsson T616
Sprint
Nokia, Cingular
US Cellular
Cingular
Motorola- Alltel
Samsung, Verizon
Alltel
verizon
Verizon
I use a Nokia phone. My provieder is Alltel.
Nokia Motorola
Samsung cell phone. Sprint provider
Motorola, Cingular
Verizon
att
I have an LG VX3100 Verizon Wireless is my provider.
Motorola V120C, US Cellular
Samsung. Sprint
AT&T
Cingular
Motorola, Alltel
alltel
Moterola, US Cellular
Samsung; Cingular
Altel
Verizon Wireless. Samsung A310 model phone.
Motorola C330, Cingular
Nokia 3585i Altell
Motorola V60S - Verizon Wireless
Verizon
Nokia 3588i. Sprint.
Nokia 3585i Alltel
alltel
Samsung, Cingular
Spirint
alltel
Alltel
Verizon, Kyosera something or other
Brand is Motorola. Service provider is Verizon Wireless.
I use a Nokia from Cingular
Verizon LG
Nokia 5880, Tracfone
Motorolla V60, U.S. Cellular
Verizon
cingular-siemens
Verizon, Nokia phone
Cingular
AT&T
Verizon Wireless
Verizon. Verizon is the best!
Cingular Nokia 6590i
Nokia 5185i Alltel
AllTel
Verizon (LG)
Sprint
Nokia, Alltel
Motorola V60i, Verizon Wireless
Motorola...Verizon
Motorola i60c; Nextel
Kyocera phone, Verizon service.
Motorola V60X Alltel
LG camera phone verizon
motorolla/ alltel
Motorola, Tracfone
nokia, alltel
Motorola
motorola alltel
Motorola; Cingular
Kyocera, Verizon
Nokia, AT&T
motorola T720... alltel... this is why i cant have AIM on it.. b/c i have alltel :(
Nokia 3885i, ALLTEL
Nokia 3330 - Cingular
Nokia 6360 ; AT&T Wireless
ALLTEL
Motorolla
cingular-nokia
cingular
Nokia, Cingular.
Cingular
Sony Ericsson, Sprint
StarTac Altell
Motorola v60, Cingular
nextel
alltell
Verizon Wireless
Motorola V60i Cingular
Cingular Motorola T720
Nokia 5100 Verizon
alltel
Verizon
Cingular
CINGULAR nokia
Sprint
Nokia 3585 - US Cellular
Cingular Service Plan Motorola phone
samsung, sprint
Motorola, Altel
Sprint
Sprint
Alltel, Motorola T720
Motorola, Verizon Wireless
Verison Wireless
kyocera - sprint
Nokia, Cingular Wireless
cingular
Motorola, Verizon
919-454-6165
Sprint
Nokia 3390b Cingular
Nokia/Alltel
Altell
Kycoera 2135; Alltel
at&t
Cingular
Motorola, Alltel
NexTel i90c
Nextel
US Cellular
Verizon
Motorola T720, Verizon
NexTel
Ericsson
Altell
Kyoceria by Verizon
Verizon, Morotola v120c
cingular
Nokia,Cingular
Motorola, Alltell
US Cellular
Motorola T720
nokia, verizon wireless
Samsung, Verizon Wireless
samsung, sprint
Verizon-- LG
Motorola Startac, Alltel
Motorola Alltel
Samsung, Cingular
alltell, motorola model
Sanyo SCP-8100(S) from Sprint
LG VX-6000 - Verizon
Nokia Cingular
samsung phone with ATT
US Cellular
Alltel
Alltel
US Cellular
LG VX3100, verizon
motorola
LG 5450 , ALLTEL
Alltel
NexTel i90c
Motorola Alltel
Motorola phone with Verizon
Nokia 3585i, Sprint
Verizon LG
Motorola - Alltel is provider
Siemens, Cingular
siemens s56, at&t mmode
Kyocera,Alltel
US Cellular
sprint
motorolla T720 Alltell
motorola, alltel
Nokia, Sony Ericcsson, Cingular
Verizon
us cellular
Kyocera 3225 US Cellular
Motorola (verizon)
Motorola V60i - Alltel
Nokia 3695, Cingular
verizon wireless
Cingular, Nokia 3395
Nokia 5185i, Alltell
Audiovox CDM8600 Verizon
Motorola, Verizon
Motorola- Cingular
Motorola
altell
Motorola V60. Alltel
Sprint Samsung A460
Toshiba CDMA2000
alltel, motorola
Verizon
Nokia, US Celluar
alltel
Phone: Samsung ?R55? Carrier: T-mobile
Verizon, Motorola t720
Alltel, Kyocera 3250 Walkie Talkie Phone
Cingular
Nokia, Alltel
AT&T,
Nextel
Cingular
Nokia Altell
Nokia, Alltel
Audiovox; US Cellular
motorola, alltell
Verizon flippy phone (LG something)
Cingular
Motorola; Nextel direct connect & cellular phone
Altell
cingular - nokia - not sure
Siemens A56, Cingular
Alltel, Motorola V60
Switching to handspring treo from sprint
Motorola StarTAC, Alltel
Nokia
Alltel
Motorola US Cellular
sanyo 8100, sprint
AllTell
Motorola StarTAC
nokia, t-mobile
nokia... altell
kyocera phone model 2325 Verizon Wireless
motorola, verizon
Nokia; Cingular
Brand: Kyocera Service Provider: Verizon Wireless
LG
verizon
Motorola I90C - Nextel
Kyocera and Alltel is the provider
verizon
Nokia 3395, Cingular
Nokia, Alltel
Nokia 3595, Cingular
Kyocera 2325 - Alltel
NexTel
Al-tel
Verizon
Nokia 3400; cingular
Sony Ericsson T 306, AT&T
Unsure on the model. Sprint.
Altel
Sony Ericsson - Cingular
Motorola V.80 Verizon
AT&T
moterola V60i, Cingular
Samsung---Sprint
NexTel
Verizon.
alltel
Motorola T720, Verizon Wireless
US Cellular
Cingular Nokia 3360
Sprint
Nokia; Cingular
Samsung N400, Sprint PCS
Kyocera, Verizon
Do not have a cell phone yet.
Motorola, Alltel
Nokia. Cingular
Nokia US Cellular
Motorola V400, Cingular
Motorola - Verizon Wireless
Nokia brick, alltel
Cingular provides my service. I have a motorola.
Kyocera 2235 (U.S. Cellular)
LG Camera Phone Alltel
motorola startac alltel
Sony Ericsson T226, Cingular
Cingular and its made by Nokia 3595
Nokia 3560 AT&T
kyocera slider, verizon wireless
us cellular
Its a nokia... not sure of the model... the one that came out in February 2004... the provider is sprint.
Old Motorola Talkabout, Alltel service.
nokia- altell
Nokia 3595, Cingular
Motorola, Cingular
verizon
Sprint
Sony-Erikson Cingular
motorola. alltel
Sprint (it's insanely old)
cingular
alltel
Verizon
Alltel
cingular, nokia 6590i
Alltel
LG 4400 Verizon
nokia, verizon
Sony Ericcson - Cingular
I have a Motorola phone with Sprint service.
Motorolla T180? Alltel
Alltel
Sanyo and Sprint is my provider
sprint
Motorola- Alltel
NexTel i60c
Alltel, Motorola
U.S. Cellular
Cingular
Sony Ericsson P800 Cingular
cingular
Motorla v60, Alltel
U.S. Cellular
Motorola, Altell
Telephone: Nokia 3585i Provider: Alltel
AllTel, i have no clue
Alltel
T-Mobile - Nokia 9900
Samsung, Sprint
Motorola, Verizon
Cingular
motorola, cingular
nokia
motorola cell phone with us cellular service
Cingular
Verizon
Sony Ericsson - phone AT&T - service
cingular
Kyocera Slider US Cellular
Phone type: LG PRovider: Altel
us cellular. kyocera
nokia... Cingular
Cingular, Siemens model
motorola v60i alltell
Sprint / Samsung phone
Motorola Alltel
Motorola, provided by Alltel
cingular motorola
Motorola (don't know model), Alltel
Audiovox... Alltel
alltel
Motorola, Alltel
Kyocera
Sprint
Altell
Samsung x427, Cingular
Cingular
at&t nokia
Nokia 6200, Cingular
Cingular
NEXTEL!!!
Us Cellular
NexTel and Motorola
alltel , motorola
sprint
alltel
motorola, verizon
NexTel
sony ericsson, tmobile
Samsung Verizon, CAN YOU HEAR ME NOW
Motorola. Alltel
Nokia 3585i, Alltel
nokia 3... cingular
verizon
LG VX4400, through Verizon Wireless
Verizon
Verizon
cingular service. seimans phone.
NexTel i205
Nextel
Sony Ericson, ATT Wireless
Sprint
cingular
Motorola, NexTel.
Verizon
verizon wireless
Motorola t730, verizon
cingular
verizon on a nokia phone
verizon
Alltell
Cell Phone: Kyocera Provider: Verizon
Motorola Altell
Sony Ericcson-Cingular
Sprint, Sanyo 4900
verizon
motorola
sanyo sprint
Alltel; Nokia
Verizon
altel
Moterola
Sony Ericsson t616 Cingular
Cingular
nextel motorola i90c
U.S. Cellular
Alltel
nokia
Sanyo 8100 - Sprint
altell
nokia, nextel service
Altel
NexTel, i90
Altell, Motorola V60i
Nokia - T-Mobile
Nokia 3588i, Sprint
Motorola Startac Verizon
Motorola, U.S. Cellular
Motorola V60, Alltel
cingular
cingular, nokia 6080
cingular; motorola t720
Motorola...Alltel...it would be nice if yall could get a deal with Nextel because of their "walky talky" phones...im planning on gettin one this upcoming year..
Motorola V60i AT&T
Cingular
Nokia 3595 AT&T but switching to NexTel soon.
Nokia, Cingular
Motorola; Alltel
Motorola, ALLTELL
Motorola, Alltel
Nokia Alltel
Motorolla, Alltel
Motorola on the US Cellular network.
alltel - motorola
nokia; att
Sprint
motorola i95cl nextel
verizon
Sprint
verizon
Alltell
moterolla v60i
Alltel
Nokia 2260 Carolina West Wireless
verizon
Nokia-Cingular
sprint
LG cellphone, verizon wireless
Cingular
Motorola.
Samsung and Verizon
verizon picture phone
Verizon
Verizon
sony ericsson; Cingular
Cingular, Nokia
nokia, verison
Samsung by Sprint
Motrola, Alltel
motorola v60, us cellular
Alltel
cingular
cingular
My phone is a Sanyo picture phone and my provider is Sprint.
Cingular
I do not own a cell phone.
Motorola T720- Cingular
Cingular
Verizon
Cingular
nokia, cingular
Samsung; Verizon
NexTel, it's the best; everyone who has one knows this.
kyocera, alltel
motorola, altell
LG 6000vx - verizon
Cingular
sprint
Motorola - Verizon
Verizon Wireless Camera Phone
Nokia - Cingular
seimens s40, cingular
Nokia 3300 music/pda phone Cingular
Verison
cingular
Motorola phone, Alltel
seimens, att
LX 4600. Verizon Wireless
Altell
sprint
Verizon
LG 1010 Sprint
Samsung,Verizon
Samsung 8500 - Sprint
samsung a620...sprint
cingular motorola flip phone
Sprint
Alltell
verizon, audiovox
Alltel - Motorola
Sprint
Sprint
verison
Motorola T730--Verizon Wireless
verizon
Samsung, Verizon
sony ericsson, model T226, At&T wireless
NOKIA 6340I Cingular
Samsung 8500, Sprint PCS
Verizon, Motorola phone.
Verizon
nokia 3390, cingular
LG. Verizon
Verizon Wireless
Motorola T-720 with Alltel
Motorola, U.S. Cellular
Motorola V60 Alltel
The new LG Picture phone from Verizon
Alltel
Provider: Alltel Phone: Motorola T720 I think
Alltel
Motorola, AllTel
Motorola T720, Cingular
samsung
Nokia Alltell
CINGLUAR
Verizon Wireless: LG VX4400B
cingular nokia 3595
Kyocera, Verizon
motorola, verizon
Verizon
Verizon
Cingular Samsung color Flip phone
Various Nokias, Alltel network
Samsung by Sprint
Verizon
samsung a400 sprint
Motorola
verizon
Motorolla. Alltel
Nokia 6800 Cingular
Sprint, Sanyo 4900
Sanyo 8100 with Sprint
Motorola/ Verizon Wireless
Altell
verizon
Samsung,Sprint
motorola- cingular
Verizon Wireless
sprint
I have a motorola phone and Verison as my cell phone provider.
AT&T Nokia Phone
Sony Ericsson T68i - Cingular
Motorola V60i Cingular
Nokia Altel
Motorola, Nextel
Nokia Cingular
Sprint, Sanyo 8100
Audiovox, U.S. Cellular
Cingular
I do not have one.
Verizon VG6000
Alltel
LG, Verizon
Sprint
Virizon
Samsung (dont know model). Sprint is my provider
Alltel
Cingular
cingular
Alltel - Kyocera
NexTel
Alltel
NexTel
Nextel
kyocera, verizon
Altell
Sprint
Verizon Motorola
Cingular
VERIZON!!!
brand:LG provider:verizon
Nokia, Cingular
LG; Alltel
Nokia 3585i Alltel
Nokia
Nokia 6500 series Cingular
Cingular (got it through the NC State deal)
I use a Nokia cell with Alltell sevice.
motorola
Motorola, Verizon
samsung Sprint
Sanyo SprintPCS
sprint - but they suck. cant hear the calls worth crap.
Sony Ericsson T616
motorola; verizon
NexTel, i730
Samsung-Verizon
nokia, cingular
Kyocera; Altell
Samsung V2X00 Sprint
Nokia
Verizon
Verizon, Qualcomm
Nokia, Cingular
Nokia, Altell
motorola, v60x, Alltel
motorola cingular
Nokia, AT&T
Nextel
Nokia, and Cingular
Sprint
cingular
Verizon, kyocera phone
Toshiba, Altell
Cingular
motorola, verizon
no cell phone
LG, cingular
Motorola T720 and Cingular is my provider.
sprint
lg 3400 - verizon wireless
Verizon
verizon wireless- kyocera
Kyocera... Verizon
Cingular.... love it
cingular
LG, Altell
motorola, verison
motorola phone Cingular
Motorola T720, Alltel
Motorola, V60? U.S. Cellular
Sprint PCS
LG and Verizon
Verizon - LG
motorola (dont know model) verizon
cingular
Verizon Wireless--kyocera
Sony Ericsson, AT&T
Motorola, unsure of model US Cellular is my cell provider
LG phone, Verizon service.
Alltel, Motorola
Motorola: Alltel
Siemens C-56 AT&T
Samsung phone with Cingular wireless provider.
Samsung, Sprint
US Cellular- Nokia
Verizon
Cingular
Samsung Sprint
motorola, verizon
Sprint PCS
AT&T
Cingular
sprint
Samsung/ Verizon
LG, Verizon
Motorola; Verizon
Nokia - Verizon
Nokia
verizon
NexTel
cell phones are evil
Cingular
Altell
Sprint
Sprint - Sanyo
Nokia Cingular
nokia
Nokia, provider Verizon
Sanyo, Sprint
Motorola
sanyo, sprint
LG, Verizon Wireless
LG, Verizon Wireless
Motorola V60, Verizon
Motorola T720 from Alltel
Nokia, Alltel
Alltel
Motorola Cingular
NexTel
No Cell Phone :'(
LG and Alltel
Altell T720
Cingular
Cingular
Verizon
I have a Ericson cingular phone.
Nokia, Cingular
Alltel
Motorola v126 ( US Cellular )
Sprint
Verizon
Altell
nokia, carolina west wireless
NOKIA, AT&T
Verizon
ericson ti68 cingular
verizon
Motorola Startac
Altell
SPRINT
Audiovox, US Cellular
Verizon - Motorola T720
sprint
motorola v60i, verizon
Motorola, Cingular
Verizon Wireless
Nokia (the old, previously popular model- 1600?): Alltel.
Nokia--T-moble
Verizon, Motorola T720
A 2 year old Motorola Timeport on the AllTel service. Don't laugh, it has the best speakerphone on the market.
Erricson,us cellular
Samsung s370 Cingular
Motorola with Alltel
cingular
Verizon
Alltel
Audiovox- Virgin Mobile
Samsung A500 powered by Sprint
Verizon/Samsung
Kyocera, verizon wireless
Verizon
verizon - lg vx6000
motorola, altell
NOKIA
Sprint
Moterola i60c,NexTel
Sprint
sprint samsung a460
Cingular, Nokia or Motorola unfortuneately
Verizon
audiovox, verizon

Question:
Are there any services that Information Technology Division should provide that are not currently provided?

Answers (221 valid results)

Maybe some firewall software, like they do with the antivirus software. I know tons of people that got hit by trojans this year.
Firewall software & ad-ware removal software
Don't know of any off the top of my head.
none that i can think og
I don't think so
idk
Firewall
Firewalls
provide norton utilitieis please.
more free software!!
easier downloadable virus protection, firewall help or easy to use firewall
help for professors making their websites. some people DO NOT know how to make a good layout. ALSO, why in the world do we have at least four ways for professors to post vital information? There's webct, webassign, wolfware, and their own private websites! That's at least four different places i've got to check on a daily basis, and at least four different places i've got to log in at. it would make more sense to combine all the good points of all of the systems into one SUPER system that everyone would be on.
No, I am please with the services provided.
I would like to see more wireless coverage on campus.
moe about there are viruses out there because i have on eright now on my computer
A firewall porgram option.
Nope, everything is provided that I have ever needed.
24 hour tech support
Ability to rent hub or router for a semester in order to be able to connect both roomates computers as well as a gaming console to the network.
I don't know
Firewalls would also help, if they were provided for free more people would use them
I would like to see a better/more complete Antivirus rather than simply a client version.
A firewall
more wireless access around campus
I think that the Information Technology Division does a ood job informing the students on the services they provide.
i think on that computing essentials CD you need to have an adaware program on there as well
Free educational software for Students on their personal computers, like MAPLE.
wireless in dorms
Not that I am aware of.
Good as is.
Provide firewalls, maybe even Linux distribution
The ability to log into the novell applications from a resnet connected computer
No, you take care of most of the things I would expect you to. Nice job.
We need a universal spam/spyware blocker, such as SpyBot or something, so everyone is aware of it.
IT should find a way to configure the network so that p2p transfers going into and out of the university are anonymized. Also, they should expand the effectiveness of the NC State wireless network to the eating places and coffee shops on Hillsborough street, so that the service is better. Also IT should sponsor/establish "official" NC State teams for online gaming competition so that gamers at NCSU can compete against gamers at other schools on an official level.
free computers w/o tuition increase :-)
i can't think of any
It would be nice if the students could have faster access to the most current anti-virus patches.
More wireless coverage
i don't see what you offer... everytime i call with a problem i never get any help
they should fix messed up copmuters
pop-up blockers, DVD-burning
more wireless. i'd like wireless in sullivan.
squirrle mail does not work on my computer (which is brand new) no one has ever emailed me back after i called twice.
Open a smtp port/server for ncsu students so they can send email via remotely from anywhere. just have authentication on the server, instead of blocking to just resnet-smtp.ncsu.edu (or whatever the current server address is)!
On the Computing Essentials CD, software for remote access should be provided, such as putty and X-win32.
none that come to mind
It would be nice if the wireless network "cloud" were expanded to include more rooms in the dorms.
Programs in the residence halls talking about troublshooting with different OS and downloading would be nice.
Quick classes 15min, 30min, 1hr classes to teach basic computin skills.
no, don'y think so
noe
Maybe easier access to our network drive off campus, or on another computer not connected to the network. Or a simpler way of finding out how.
i don't know if this is IT dept. area, but out school needs more classes on computer software like Flash or web development etc.
Wireless capability in more areas of campus
Not to my knowledge.
more wireless access and the IM name should be online more often
Probably. Not missing anything in particular though
Nothing that I need
not that i know of
I would love to be able to have PHP capabilities for user home pages.
Nope, I enjoy the service as it is
probably, but I can't think of anything
There are none that I can think of
cheaper wireless cards for students
may not be in the appropriate area, but wolfware-wolfsubmit needs a delete function for mistakenly uploaded files
None I know of.
naw
It would be useful to have hardware technicians as well as software technicians. I had a problem with my harddrive and ITD couldn't help me out. Instead I had to wait over a week to get a technician from somewhere else to help me.
Perhaps a firewall for increased security.
decent, free pop up blockers that are not ad supported :) :)
Can't think of any.
none that I can think of.
free stuff
None that I can think of.
ad-blockers
Basic fixing of the computer (not inner problems; things like keys or little covers falling off). If this is available, it should be more widely publicized.
not that I'm aware of the services that have been provided thus far have met my needs
Hard ware helpers
A firewall would be excellent. Or at least recommend one of the free ones out there.
FAX CAPABILITY in dorm rooms! I can send faxes, but I can't receive them. Multifunction machines are extremely common these days, and being able to use all functions would be GREAT!
No, they do a great job
Yea, a NEW Symantec CD for those of us who have the 2003 version. I had to renew my subscription and pay $30 for it.
i would really like to see wireless internet available in the dorms
can't think of any
whenever I have needed it, the AOL IM screenname that resnet uses for support has not been online.
I don't know.
Firewalls along with Norton Anti-virus
No, I think that Resnet does an awesome job; I'm very satisfied.
it is sufficent
Games licensed to NC state to play -- ex. Warcraft, Starcraft, Halo, Soldier of Fortune
I would like to see more wireless access in the dining halls, atrium, and dorms.
I would like to see more wireless internet access areas on campus.
Perhaps a bug/error fixer.
not that i know of
Increased wifi networking
Symantec doesn't work well but its partner Norton does I think you should provide Norton not Symantec.
Not sure.
I'd like to have more technical support 24 hrs. Because one time I needed it, and I called 515-help and the answering machine told me to call the next day in office hours... and I needed the help in that moment.
Not off the top of my head.
Norton Firewall.
I think that at the beginning of every semester there should be an update anti-virus disk for everyone so the problem that we had 2nd semester won't occur again.
NO they are all there.
better firewall protection from incoming viruses.
I'm sure there are, but none that I desperately need now
Not that I know of
Since I do not know what they provide and don't provide, perhaps they should just make students more aware of what they offer.
Occasionally, I would like to telnet into / or have access to a Windows server to use Microsoft Office and other Windows software. StarOffice and Open Office are not fully compatible with some documents that I need to open or write. I have Windows XP, but not much software.
Not that I know of
better version of norton anit-virus would be nice. i still don't feel my computer is safe with this free version
Not sure
free windows upgrade
Firewall software
No, not that I know of.
easier way to access unity account from home computer
Regular Computer Repairs for students. Both Laptop and PC repairs and free upgrades for comptuers running older Operating Systems.
Not that I would use.
It is good that computers are being scanned on a regular and if severe virus's are found the connection between the computer and the network is severed, but sending an e-mail in this case can be pointless. After having fixed a friends computer, I do believe that a voice mail message should be sent stating the problem instead of an e-mail or in addition to it.
not that I know of
can't think of any
no, they already go above and beyond the call of duty on a regular basis
Stronger usenet support would be prefered, as the server retention is disturbingly low.
i don't know
i dont know of any
fixing hardware
regular appointments to help you clean up your computer throughout the semester - some of this stuff is tricky if you only know the basics
pop up blockers and spyware blocking programs
The ability to check out a data projector somehow would be nice if at all possible, with like deposit system or something. If there already is one, make it more knowledgeable.
Squirel mail should support asian characters.
Spam blocking for email!!!
not sure
nope...love the downloads for ftp from the website though. any chance you can get an educational license and be allowed to give out copies of windows xp pro /2000 pro, windows 200x servers and sql server for free is there?
How to build your own computer workshops
Wireless connections in the residence halls would be nice, or at least the availability of ethernet connections in the study lounges of the residence halls.
eh
perhaps a discount to students on computer supplies
Spybot software
I'm sure its in the works, but more wireless access points would be great, especially in the higher floors of the library. Also, it would be nice to be able to devote more of my unity account space to email, but I don't know if thats in your jurisdiction.
Focus on providing wireless to larger portions of campus. I have not bothered to buy a wireless card because I feel that I wouldn't be able to use it often enough on campus. If more or even better all of campus was covered, I would not hesitate to get a wireless card.
Wireless connection in more of the dorms without a computer lab would be nice..such as BOWEN!!!
I don't know
Not that I can think of at the present time.
help via instant messenger, similar to that of aol help
Linux virus software.
free beer
Wireless Campus
I'm pleased with the services offered.
nonne
None that I can think of
Personal Firewall
Not that I can think of probably because I have never needed any other services.
Instant Message help. A backup DNS, when that goes down it's a bitch.
personal firewalls
forum support on www4 webspace
more wireless access points
More Wireless access points throughout campus
McAfee is a better antivirus server. Symantec didn't help me at all. So I had to install something else. Also every student should have Ad-aware. Sure you can download it on the internet, but not many kids know about it. Very useful.
I can't think of any.
Make sure people know about spyware and adware, add Adaware and/or Spybot to the Computing Essentials CD.
I can not think of any additional services.
Lee Hall network connection should be upgraded. I heard that we are one of the last dorms to have the slower connection.
Maps around campus of how to get to other computer labs
I don't know.
idk
better antivirus software
I think they do a great job.
Ad-Aware
Spam and/or pop-up blockers, also ad-aware or something similar would be nice.
good services
IMAP spam filters for webmail
Having experience with other schools IT, NC State is by far the best, kudos.
updated version of nortons, and possible filewall software
More wireless access - like in residence halls
Somehow letting students know more about the computer labs and that there are services available. The CD is good for the anti-virus software, but maybe having professors iterate the there is a computer division on campus and that it can really be beneficial.
More wireless access points....I'd like to see you recruit people from each dorm to help all these retarded peopl take care of viri then set up firewalls and ad-detection programs....
phone access for questions, better access
firewall software
to be able to access network applications on my computer. The programs I use for my major are very expensive and only available on network computers. It would make it a lot easier for me to do my work in my own room than having to drive to campus.
don't think so
Computer diagnostics
Not to my knowledge.
Send a newsletter through school that gives important updates, such as anti-virus software being free and info about the wireless networking.
An introduction course to how to use your webspace. It would include how to's regarding html and the other website platforms.
i think they provide a good amount
None that I can think of.
there should be a res-net advisor that comes by every month or something to make sure that everyone is doing okay and has everything taken care of
Not that i can think of at the moment.
firewall protection, better virus/trojan protection (despite having supposedly most updated virus definitions)
I use MS Outlook 2003, and it will absolutely not automatically purge deleted messages, which makes it annoying when I set up junk mail filters because the junk mail won't get deleted. I wish there was a way that I could set up filters for my account on, for instance, Webmail, and those would apply to my incoming email even if I'm using a mail client. Therefore, NCSU does the filtering before it even gets to my machine.
Software Firewall
Not really...
If they provide the cd, then no, just keep giving out the cd
None that I know of.
iie...(no)
updates?
Keep the Broughton computer labs open 24 hours a day.
faster upload
i think they provide everything that is needed
None that I can think of.
More firewalls and better protection against viruses, SPAM, and pop-ups.
I think you guys have everything covered.
None that I know of.
Discounts for PDAs and information about what is compatible/easy to use
I am pretty happy with the services provided, but it would help if there were more hours for the Help Desk. I tried calling there a few times with computer problems, but it was always after hours. I don't think that I am the only student to come across this problem.
i know it would be expensive, but i think it would be helpful if the programs that were available only in certain labs were also available for students to use and download so that they do not have to stay out late in the labs and can work from the safety of their rooms.
make it known that you will install anti-virus software for us
Knowledgeable help desk staff to anwser questions such as in Poe Hall, I have never had a question answered there during the evening hours.
Residential Hall Wireless Access and Wireless Access in all Lecture Hals
Linux for non-engineers
They should help people with all kinds of computer problems. I have had problems where instead of coming to try to help me and really see what the problem is they just passed it off and said I would just need to call gateway. It is just much nicer if they can come b/c lots of us don't know much at all about computers!
Are they the ones in charge of webmail as well? If they are, they could create a hyperlink that would give us the option to add new contacts' info, such as email address, after we email them (just like Hotmail =-o). Yeah...I don't know exactly what the Information Technology Division is. I could guess, but I am often times wrong. They could probably educate the campus somehow about what they did so people will be more aware. I'm pretty sure they have a link from NCSU's website, however, that is quite an extensive website =-o! I guess they could give us an updated version of the antivirus software...other than that, no, they're doing fine, in my opinion.
Not that I know of.
What is "nomad" and why isn't it campus-wide. i'm not nomadic, i'm in my dorm, but i can't get wireless here.
automatic update service
none that I know of
more advertisement of what is available
wireless access in the dorms and in other key areas around campus that don't already have it. I enjoy wireless where it is provided. Thanks
not that i could think of
scanners in labs and color printers would be super helpful
So far, the services provided are pretty good.
not that i can think of now

Question:
Feel free to add comments below about ResNet or any of the above questions.

Answers (240 valid results)

I don't have any other comments. Thanks for the good job that you do.
Very good service, but everyones Kazaa is slowing my service down. Cut their service off!!!
its good that you provide the antivirus software the way you do. good job.
keep up the good work
Do not have any comments really, keep up the good work.
Just get Solidworks working in the labs. Specifically the Poe labs.
best part was the quick connection
great job!
I loved not having dialup so much, I'm going to pay for it for my family at home this summer.
The antivirus from the cd conflicted with what was already on my computer and I couldn't figure out how to get the other one off so I had problems with it most of the year.
please add wireless connections to the resident halls...or at least in Metcalf!
res net provides good services
keep up the good work :)
hi, the computers in the chemistry tutorial center in the new USTL building are really messed up and keep going offline randomly. it's really annoying. it would be nice if they were fixed so as to not do that, but in a way that would still keep the printing free (for chem stuff). thanks also, the kiosks, why are they so slow and broken down? people think it's a mac thing but i know it's not cause i have a mac that's fine. (if mac knew how weird they act, they wouldn't be happy). i'm almost afraid to login on them cause it might freeze up on me and i'd have to be late for class. They're a GREAT idea and there should def be more of them around, but they need to work consistently! thanks
I am pleased with the service I have received.
You definitely realize how much you need it when it goes down. I'm not sure why this happens, but if there is any way to prevent this, that would be great. Not to say that it happens often.
i think the university should go wireless like chapel hill, so we can freely take our lap tops if we have one to class and to the library with out going to the trouble to check one out since that procedure takes forever, also people work better when they have there own pc with them that they are ue to.
You guys are wonderful! It's really helpful having people around for move-in to help people get their computers and resnet hooked up!
the computer kiosks are not very reliable, and sometimes i could not get the computer to function
good thing to have here.
Really effective, but there were a couple of server problems that were confusing. Other than that, it was a good program, especially the free Symantec software and Computing Essentials CD!
The wireless network seems to be difficult to access. I have pre-installed wireless ability, yet I am unanable to connect in places such as the Bragaw Activity Room. The antivirus software provided by NCSU is slow and locks up computers. I, along with many other people, have had to uninstall the program because it interferes with our computing activities to a severe degree.
should be cheaper
ResNet has helped me out quite a bit, both my sophomore and especially my freshman year when I was first using my computer on campus.
No comments, thanks.
more wireless services...i.e. in the dorms! more reliable wireless service where it is supposedly....i.e. in the library!
Speed of internet service is great!
Resnet should be cheaper/included in room and board
Good job.
I have no other comments to make other than I have really enjoyed using ResNet services for the past 3 years. Having internet access in my dorm room has really helped me conduct personal and academic business with ease. Keep up the great work ResNet!
thanks for all the bandwidth
I have never had any problems with ResNet over the past two years, thank you
Don't have any :)
good service
Resnet is the fastest internet provider I've used.
NC State Computing is doing a great job. Thanks.
Make phone calls to people with viruses instead of e-mails. Chances are if they have a virus, they can't check their e-mail, and will have no idea why their connection was shut off.
Good overall.
good service and speed... keep it up!
I had many problems with my computer this year and everytime I called resnet, they either came or talked to me on the phone and the problem was solved promptly everytime, thanks!
ResNet is pretty good but they shouldn't roll over so easy when the RIAA/MPAA "enforcers" come knocking (like Baystar TSP.) There should be some way college students automatically get file-sharing rights to everything because they are college students and thus have academic needs.
question 35/36... i'm not a retard, i had Symantec from last years CD :-)
kiosks have rarely worked well for me. they seem to run extremely slow and sometimes will not load different things. i ususally save time by walking to the nearest computer lab rather than waiting for the kiosk to work. i would use them more if they were more efficient.
I wish that we had 100mbps switched connections as opposed to 10.
ResNet is a great system. I don't know what I'd do if I didn't have my PC connected to the Internet within my room.
i have never recieved help from resnet they always tell me that they can't do anything for my problem
Since it is possible for us to get Windows XP and other such things free off of MSDN alliance, it would be nice to be able to get Office XP for free there too.
look at #37
I knew it wasn't Resnets fault but the webmail was down a long time when a lot of students needed it.
resnet has greatly helped me out with its easy access
I wasn't sure how to answer some of the questions so I didn't answer them. Then a message informed me that I had to so I'm not sure how accurate some of my answers are.
My ethernet went out 4-5 times this year and my email went out 2-3 times. I don't konw what was going on this year but i have lived on campus for 4 years and never had this problem....so You all may need to chek either your system or the connections in alexander (although i lived here last year with no problem).
My campus account is almost completely useless because somehow it got corrupted. I cannot access Microsoft Word or websites that require security certificates.
in the novell aplication launcher ms office should be included. also in the start menu.
Didn't install Antivirus because I run linux. :P More linux boxes, please!
Updated Virus Software...This Symantec version is ok, could be better
I didn't use the antivirus software because I run Linux.
Resnet owns
thanks for all your work this year!
My only complaint this year is that our outlet in our room malfunctioned frequently and coused us to not be able to access the internet.
I have greatly appreciated the services and advantages of ResNet this year. It was a nice change from what I was used to.
I have none.
I know that viruses going around on the server was a major problem this year. I hope that there is a way that this problem can be fixed because I have your Symantec and Norton on my computer, yet I still got viruses on my computer. This really got on my nerves considering I was not downloading things or anything of that nature and yet my computer was still susceptible to it. I just hope this problem can be fixed by next year, so my computer won't keep acting crazy.
All in all, great service.
I was very displeased with the service this semester when the connection was disconnected from my dorm room. Not only did I have to wait for the Help Desk to figure out what had happened, but I was never notified what had happened until I actually looked at the help.ncsu.edu call tracker website--I was never actually notified of the solution.
I wish that there was more wireless networking available in dorms. I particularly would like to be able to take my laptop down to the lounge on my floor and still be on the internet.
very helpful
are campus should be completely wireless
My experience with the Help Desk this year was mildly troubling. Our room had a simple problem, a Gaobot virus or something like that, and I must have sent 5 e-mails just to get our connection working. We even had to visit the Hillsborough Building just to get any help. In conclusion, my roommate's computer does not function now, at all. This was a result of the software you provided during the visit, which destroyed a critical file for XP operation. He's too lazy to get it fixed, and he probably won't fill out this survey, but I thought you would want to know something like this. The repair cd, by the way, looked like it was made in some guy's basement. Very unprofessional. I didn't even want to put it in my computer. My roommate did, and...paid the piper.
I dunno if this applies here but the print quota system is a mess. I do a lot of printing from plotters and such from the labs in Brooks. I would be much more convient if the system was online or they at least had a desk for obtaining quota on East campus and at all times.
No extra comments
you are providing the students with a great array of opportunities to use computers and such everywhere at any time of the idea, which helps us tremendously!
Overall I am pleased with the ResNet service
With my few problems I had a ResNet representative helped me everytime.
Please expand the wireless Nomad system to cover more areas on campus. I think having a truly wireless campus would not only make the students happy, but elevate NC State's status.
I was not very satisfied with the anti-virus program offered.
It's all good.
The HelpDesk has been fabulous in immediately answering the phone and helping me with the computer problems. The Digital Media Lab has also been a great help.
I enjoy having ResNet and thanks for keeping it up.
It makes me sad I'm graduating in 2 weeks and I'm going to lose the speed ResNet offered. RoadRunner can't give me a quarter of the speed your offered. And you offered it at an awesome price. Is there anyway you can run ResNet to my apartment next year ;-)?
Why does webmail consistantly freeze up (or not work)? Why does Resnet get so slow some times?
The computing essentials CD, i know it is given in a packet to all freshmen. Could you include it in the required stuff that RAs give out to residences, if you don't already do so?
You guys do a great job. Thanks for all your hard work.
Remember that not everyone has a cell phone.
I thought it was very helpful to have people here to help me when something went wrong with my computer. All my classes had homework online, so I need a computer almost everyday. When something went wrong I could just call them and they helped me solve my problem. I didn't have to go anywhere.
this was so boring i wanted to kill myself like that kid in syme
Need better support for linux.
Good job!
ResNet and locality are the only things University Housing has going for it. I wish I could get resnet at my apt.
I love having the quick internet connection. It would be nice to make the ways to connect to ResNet helpers a little less obscure/hard to find.
I have not had many problems except sometimes I could not get a connection, but generally the problem was fixed in a matter of hours, but sometimes it was at a time when I really needed access to the web, but never caused me to miss any assignments
Fast, reliable...nice
I remember that for a full month when our internet was slower than a bitch, Resnet refused to deal with us. After repeatedly calling the son of bitches, they finally got things to work for once. It was annoying as hell because I had to go over to Sullivan computer lab just to do my damn homework when I greatly prefer the environment of my room. I pay for resnet services...I wanna know where in the fuck does that money go?!?
good job. the email servers were down a few times for quite a long bit of time, and that was extremely difficult to deal with, considering that email is my primary form of communication outside of person-to-person conversation.
I am so thankful for the ResNet staff. They helped me so much this semester. THANK YOU!
the anti-virus program you provided is awesome!!!!!
The anit virus thing was not very helpful b/c i got a virus several times and the virus could over ride symantic
I had resnet members come to my room on 2 separate occasions. The first time, the guy did something completely different than the instructions I received over the phone from resnet, but it worked great, and he was finished in about 10 minutes. The next time, the girl didn't seem like she knew what she was doing at all. My roomate and I both had a virus (probably the same one) on our computers,and we hadn't really been able to ues them at all. My roomate's computer was fixed, but not by the resnet girl, but by a girl on my hall. And the girl on my hall knew a ton more than the resnet person. My computer got no attention, because by the time they got to it, it had died. It wouldn't turn on or anything, and I had to get a new computer and lost everything I had on my old one. The feelings that I have toward resnet at this time aren't really positive.
Just continue the wireless network expansion. The current wireless network has convinced me to look into a wireless laptop/pda purchase.
No problems here.
They need to make it more obvious how to connect to linux for windows machines...many students I do not believe know they can do this.
See comment above.
I don't know if this is your department or what, but the while photocopying issue is a pain. Why are there multiple photocopying systems? Also they need to put a wolfcopy card distrubution thing in the Library. This semester I went to D.H. Hill to copy an article and put money on my student ID. Then I found out that the book was in the Design Library. When I went to the Design Library they only have wolfcopy machines and would not take my student ID. To make matters worse it was a reference book that I couldn't check out, so I had to go to Talley and get a copy card and then go back to the Design Library.
It was overall great.
I use the wireless network on a daily basis; I would like to see it in more places around campus including dorms and student buildings/classrooms. Also, I did not use the computing Kiosks around campus because they invariably did not work or were locked up.
I would like to see more wireless internet access areas on campus.
I think the ResNet services are adequate for our needs
I am happy with ResNet
Overall, reliable service. The network switches in Bragaw went haywire a few times, which caused some confusion. This may already be done, but when help calls are taken, it would be helpful to find out the local network of the caller and see if patterns emerge. I've called in the past with network problems, and am walked through configuration, yet I know I have not changed anything. It's not always user error, and a lot of time is wasted going through configurations that have not been altered.
nothing really to add
I'm very pleased with the service.
I've never had any real problems with ResNet, and the connection speed is great.
I'm pretty satisfied with ResNet.
I love the service, it was VERY helpful during the semester, if I was not connected to the internet, I would be lost. But I have a lot of pop-ups and I was wondering if there's anyway to prevent that from happening.
Service went down too often and for too long once during the semester. My computer is constantly attacked by other people on resnet and on other networks. The only thing stopping many of these trojan viruses is my firewall. The university needs to protect its network users from this kind of attack.
ResNet was very helpful this year and I hope they continue the good work
Most of the times that I have called ResNet for help they have been unavailable. Either the phone was busy or I got the voicemail. Even though I was calling during normal business hours.
I think that overall ya'll do a fantastic job.
I love ResNet's speed and uptime...it helped my webcreation go so smoothly. I'll miss it dearly while in an apartment next semester.
ResNet > All.
The service is excellent! I have internet via cable connection at home through Road Runner, and ResNet is much faster, which is definately helpful in everything i do on my computer.
Overall, I had one problem and they came and tryed to help even though they couldn't fix it, I knew by then that I did have a serious problem and needed to take it in.
although i have not used the help lines or resnet people, my residents have, and it has been a great help to them, THANK YOU!
Resnet is great!
I was very upset when the system crashed and remained down for a few days early this semester, and on several occasions my "internet connection was lost." I know this has happened to many other students as well. I would like to see something done to prevent these occurrences in the future if that is possible.
As far as the computing kiosk go, these things are SO SLOW! They need to be rebooted every couple of days. I tried to check my webmail once, and gave up because I waited more than 5 minutes for the browser to load.
You guys are doing a great job
i use wireless through the college of design but it is very finicky and the connection is lost every few days or becomes really slow
It's very helpful to get antivirus for free.
The upload cap is really hindering, I think limiting it to 5kb/s is to low, something to the effect of 10kb/s would be reasonable. Gaming systems like X-Box Live! crash ALL THE TIME on me due to the slow upload limit. Maybe you can release the speed connection to certain IP address range (like you do for systems on the NC college network).
Do something about the viruses/junkmail/email outtages. Otherwise, keep up the good work
I'm curious to know when do you all select a winner, if a winner is choosen....
I do not feel that all students should pay for resnet service in their rooms since some students don't have personal computers.
they all work very very hard and should get a raise. :-D
the computer labs always fill up and the unity lab at the library needs more regular computers. Noon eknows how to use those sun ones. Further, Resnet is completly useless and you have to hunt them down to get help when there is a problem. Finally, simply turning off someones Internet is in no way helpful when they have a virus. Perhaps we should get a phonecall with instructions on what to do.
you should give away more free stuff.
did you guys cap the bandwidth out of the campus to say... Road Runner? I dont seem to be able to upload as fast as i could before to my home...
thank you resnet
I still got a good number of viruses this year, and I had the anitvirus software installed and I do NOT illegally download, that was pretty disappointing.
I think that Resnet offers great computing opportunities
I would like to see better virus awareness promoted around campus, especially on the ResNet site. It should have a warning page of the latest virus and how to remove, etc.
Registration sucks ass and needs to be fixed right away.
I love the fast internet connection.
the guys who come out to help you were very prompt and very professional - thanks for all your help, no doubt i'll be calling on you in the fall!
The security of Resnet could be better. I got seemingly more viruses and trojans thatn I do at home. However, lab computers don't seem to have this problem. Also, lab printers seems to break down a lot, or run out of paper.
norton antivirus definitions say they have expired for mac osx version?
Offer instructions on how to get putty.
Being able to schedule a conference room on campus would be great.
I get sooooo much spam in my unity account. Between breast enlargement and penis enlargement emails, it almost makes me want to not use my email. I know of so many people who would love a spam filter on the unity email accounts.
tee hee.
I would really like to see more wireless internet around campus. That is a very helpful service.
keep up the good work
you should give every student a laptop for free :)
i think the internet service is great...it only went down once all yr long and is extremely fast. the only think i have problems with is the webmail... its not very reliable and its a very important to me as a pilot student
I think that the computing capabilities provided are great, but it is a pain when they go down and do not function properly.
eh..
I'm a huge fan of the c-name registration, please keep that around
fast, could be faster...
Good job!
The kiosks have not worked for me in over a year.
resnet has been great. you hire awesome people who i've been most impressed with as they lovingly helped my poor computer-illiterate self through my first year of college.
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The computer labs are convient and accessible. I find them very helpful, and have had few problems throughout the year with any of the computers.
Wireless Campus
Good job.
I have no comments or questions. Resnet has been beneficial for me.
I have no comments
symantec software screwed up on me and wouldnt download sufficiently off the computing essentials CD
It is still bullshit that you peopel couldn't figure out why I couldn't access my webmail account through Internet Explorer...I was forced to switch over to Mozilla...I like open systems and all, but it's still a crying shame.
ResNet is great
good job
ResNet has been very helpful this year. My laptop's hard drive died and when it was fixed and formatted they immediately provided me with the virus protection software as well as security patches that would be beneficial.
Sorry about the BitTorrent bandwidth.
ResNet technicians should be more available so that my friends don't have to bother me to get ME to fix their computer all the time.
very very helpful and patient!
I have no comments.
I enjoy the speed of ResNet and the settings available here at NC State.
Better antivirus software plz.
I have just heard about how long it takes for Resnet to come when needed and I think that their services should be faster when needed.
I think it was really bothersome that greek court residents had to re-sign up for resnet at the change of the semester. No one even informed us that we had to do this, so everyone in my house was without internet for a couple days until finally someone on the help-line told us that is was because we had to set up our service again. A fore-warning for termenation of services would be much appreciated!
The Symantic is great but you should have a page that comes up after downloading that tells you some stuff you can do with it. I had it a month before I figured out I could tell it to automatically check my comp every day at a set time.
I am very satisfied with the ResNet service.
Thanks ResNet
Thanks for having knowledgeable staff, some other schools (UNC namely) I've dealt with many cases for friends that were very simple and just baffled their IT staff because anyone who raised their hand got the job? Anyway, I've never had a problem here with anyone being under-informed or incompetent, thanks for the great service.
ResNet is fast, but the computer labs need new computers. not new windows computers, but new sun computers.
The one technician that did come to my room was not helpful at all. When he came and looked at my room mate's computer all that he did was tell her that her computer was okay, when it still is not. He kinda creeped me out too.
yay resnet! it's easy and that what a lot of us need.
I commend the ResNet technicians for their help throughout the year. They were knowledgable and eager to help me.
deffinately a well-configured firewall software program would help with some of the worms and virus threats. Preferably one that was not too intrusive.
ResNet is convenient and helpful.
Linux boxes would be greatly appreciated in ITD's labs, especially the labs in Res Halls - Sullivan, Wolf Village...
Doing a good job, keep up the good work.
No questions.
There really needs to be some software or some other viable solution to pop-up ads, can that be done through ResNet? If so, then make it a priority.
The technicians have been great. I received help a while ago because I was having computer problems, and they fixed it for free! It's the greatest.
i think resnet is great and it is very helpful and very affordable for us college kids, most of us are poor
Resnet needs to do better about alerting campus about viruses. When my roommate got a virus on her computer resnet sent her an email that her internet port was shut off. My roommate would have never known about it, if I hadn't gotten the same email and told her. Phone calls should be made when something serious like that happens.
I got the antivirus software from last year's cd
sometimes ResNet was slow and a couple of times it wasn't working.
No thank you. Its been a pleasure.
make available FTP program, that is user-friendly, to access network drives (Y-drive, etc.) and bring documents etc. to home computer
Keep up the good work, try to keep webmail a little more stable next year.
TELL STUDENTS ABOUT AD-AWARE!!!!
Some questions were irrelevant to ResNet.
It would be really cool and convienet if there was a place you could bring your computer if you're having trouble. Like, non-resnet trouble.
Regarding the service at Tucker lab. The people at the desk are not responsible for operating the computers, therefore, after 5:00, there is no one to approach if I have a problem. There should be one person in the lab that I could advise with regarding any question that I have instead the current situation where I need to call someone without havind instant feedback from the computer.
woohoo fast?
Keep the Broughton computer labs open 24 hours a day. Get better chairs for the first floor computer lab in Broughton.
faster upload, takes forever to send large pdf's to group members off campus on road runner since they capped our upload.
Do I still get Resnet if I live off campus...or does rodering an outsid einternet negate the need for it?
The internet is quick which is great.
ResNet loans me a laptop for the entire year :) YAY for ResNet!
The anti-virus software on the web and on the CD would not install properly on my computer. I have a Toshiba laptop that is less than a year old and runs on XP Home.
I only had a few problems with my computer at the beginning of the year. I called, and I was assisted over the phone. It was very effective. I never had any problems after that. Also, I had a connection problem, and I had a guy come to my room. He was very nice, and helped my roommate and I out. I enjoyed his help that he was offering. THank you!
great service, I enjoyed it alot
More wireless areas please!
I have had a lot of problems this year with having to have my profile reset and such as that. I do not understand why this is happening but it would be nice if that could be avoided/fixed.
The internet service provided this year has been very good. I had very few problems with the connections. Only sometimes in the librar with the ethernet cable.
ResNet is good in many ways, however, I believe that they need to make sure that their connection works for everyone. If they don't want to replace the entire hub because one little connection doesn't work, they should fix that one connection. Either that or give the student part of their money back (They already paid for it! You should deliver your serivices!).
Thanks for doing a great job!
My computer got a virus and you guys quarantined it and I was really appreciative. I also appreciated the friendly resnet staff member helping me get my computer back online after I cleaned off the virus.
have a nice day!
I feel bad for people like myself that had a computer but it stopped working and have to go to a computer lab all the time. I feel at a great disadvantage!
On the ResNet website it says that if we are having a problem with our computer ResNet will only help us if it has something to do with the internet or a ResNet problem specifically. Of the times that I've had problems with my computer, it hindered me being able to complete my work in a timely fashion. It would have been very helpful if ResNet had been able to help me with computer problems not related with the internet. If it is not possible for ResNet to do so, would it be possible for another computting division to be organized to help students with such problems?
lower cable bills please
Question 30 does not offer a selection for students who do not own or use computers in our dorm rooms.
the COD lab assistants are extremely knowledgable and should be linked up to 515-help because i've had questions for them but being in a dorm computer lab couldn't get their help. 515-help didn't know how to link to transfer trashed
The one time I called in to Resnet, I had a trojan virus: the guy I talked to was extremely helpful: keep up the good work!!
Great network, just need 100mps ports in all the rooms.
The kiosks are not very dependable. Half the time I tried to use them between class they took so long loading that I had to go before the email page even came up. They're a very useful tool for checking email when they work. In fact, I wish there were more of them around campus. Having outdoor kiosks in key locations of high traffic (ie: brick yard, dorm areas) would be very useful for checking email between classes. This would most likely require kiosk stations of 4 or 5 computers to be effective.
Good job this year on getting away from using hub's and installing 2 resnet connections in each room.
I can never get any of the kiosks to work.
Ive been quite pleased with resnet, easy setup, and very reliable, only went down once for a couple hours all year long. quality service.
I stayed in Bragaw last year on the first floor and my internet would cut off and on every once in a while and so would my roomates. I am not sure why but it never became a big problem but I figured I would let you know
i preferred the norton antivirus to symantec, it seemed like i didn't get all the viruses i got this year
While i admit that the version of symantec antivirus corp. that is distributed does a good job of informing you when you get a virus, by my experiences it does nothing to prevent you from getting them. I used it for several months and had to switch to Symantec's Norton 2003 Pro because i kept getting viruses.
There need to be more Resnet people. It is kind of aggrivating to call and get the answering machine when your term paper is maybe being eaten by a virus. There may be a problem with the online/CD anitvirus (used both) and a virus has compromised it both times.
u should have wireless access in the resedential computer labs as well. like there is in leazar. esp: sullivan labs. it helps to be able to bring ur laptop down and work online with friends who are working on those computers
Maybe it's because Avent Ferry's connection is poor, but whenever I played games online I was always the major cause of lag which is weird considering the fact that we're on such a fast connection...
High priced.