Tablet for Electrical/Bio Eng?
03-25-2010 at 10:46 PM
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Tablet for Electrical/Bio Eng?
Hi,
Is there any specific computer hardware requirement for the Electrical and Biomedical Engineering program? (ie: forced rental of laptop?)
I'm thinking about buying a tablet. Would this be a wise choice?
Thanks.
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03-25-2010 at 11:05 PM
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Nope. Most courses are elec, you will have some comp too, and its allllll powerpoint :(
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03-26-2010 at 07:34 AM
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Just don't get an iPad.
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03-26-2010 at 09:34 AM
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I hardly ever take my laptop to class, so I would say that its pointless.
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03-29-2010 at 07:19 PM
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Computers/laptops are distracting imo. I don't think i've ever seen anyone taking notes on them past first year (only playing games now, lol).
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03-29-2010 at 07:24 PM
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If you still want a tablet, the HP Tx2500 is a pretty decent one for the price. It's a bit dated now, but still good enough  .
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03-30-2010 at 10:06 AM
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I am not in Elec/Bio engineering.
But if you think a tablet would help your study, and you can afford one, go for it. Many people (in my class at least) is doing good in class with pen and paper alone.
Btw, iPad is coming out soon and that could be a consideration too. (Integrating your textbook into it) Though its so expensive for its spec.
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04-03-2010 at 08:23 PM
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was offline, but
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I'd just use the brain, its your most reliable source.
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