Q. What if my laptop is stolen?
Contact the Computer Depot and campus or local police department and file a theft report with your insurance company. We recommend you insure the computer against theft on your homeowner's insurance or through a third-party insurance agent.
Q. What should I do on a regular basis to maintain my laptop? Regularly update antivirus software and virus definitions; back up data files; change your password; defragment your hard drive; ensure your computer has the latest updates.
Q. What if I already own a notebook computer? Your computer may NOT be able to run the required software packages and you will be at a disadvantage if your computer doesn’t meet the performance requirements over your four years at UVM. Several mandatory BSAD courses require notebook computers in class to complete quizzes, exams and other exercises. It may be necessary to remove software that is not compatible with the school's required software. Call 802 656-8327 or 802 656-1003 to discuss the adequacy of your current machine.
Q. How will I use my notebook computer in class? You will use this tool in and out of the classroom to perform one or more of the following tasks:
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Quizzes & Exams
In-Class exercises
Word processing |
Spreadsheet analysis
PowerPoint presentations
Note taking |
Internet access
Database development
E-mail access |
Wireless network access
Collaborative projects
Statistical analysis |
Q. Should I buy extra batteries? Depending on the power management settings and how the computer is being used, a typical charge will last from 2-4 hours. Some students opt to purchase a second battery. It may also be handy to have a second AC Adapter in order to keep one in the student’s room and the other permanently in the computer back-pack while traveling.
Q. Why does BSAD require students to own a computer? We view learning computer skills as an integral part of your education. The required software has been incorporated into the School’s curriculum.
Q. Who will service my computer while I am at UVM? For computer systems purchased through the University’s Computer Depot, they provide hardware support. If you purchase a system from another vendor, that vendor will service your computer according to the terms of your purchase agreement. The business school provides BSAD students on-site software support.
Q: What about Financial Aid? Because the school requires a laptop, the cost of the system can be included in any Financial Aid award for which you are eligible. For information on types of aid available, visit http://www.uvm.edu/financialaid. You can also send e-mail to sfs@uvm.edu.
Go to http://www.bsad.uvm.edu/Admissions/Requirements/MobileComputingReq.htm.
For questions regarding pricing of the computer systems: contact the University's Computer Depot: call 802 656-3067, send e-mail to depot@uvm.edu, visit the Depot in their new digs in 112 Davis Center or visit the Depot’s web site at http://www.uvm.edu/ets/depot/.