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2011/2012 Divinity School Library Guide to Technology Technology is a vital part of the academic environment of the Duke Divinity School and used for research, study, and communication. This guide is intended to help new students prepare technologically for study at Duke Divinity School. What computers do you have for student use? The Divinity School Library has twelve public research terminals and a computer classroom which offers students an additional ten networked computers and a laser printer. In addition, Duke University maintains several 24-hour-a-day computing labs equipped with Macs, Windows, and Linux PCs. What kind of computer do I need ? Owning a computer is not a requirement for attending the Divinity School but is highly recommended. A number of students purchase portable computers (notebooks, PDAs, or tablets) to take notes in class, electronically exchange or submit papers, download assignments, use Duke’s wireless network, and study in a variety of locations. Some students decide (or discover) that they would prefer not to keep up with a device while on campus and instead combine use of a home computer with publicly available computers on campus.
Where can I buy a computer? You may purchase computer hardware and software through any computer vendor of your choice. The Duke Technology Advantage Program lets you purchase a laptop or desktop computer through the university with various hardware and software discounts. And because Duke sponsors the program, you get full service and support on campus including a 3 to 4 year extended warranty. This program is available through the Duke University Computer Store located in lower level of the Bryan Center and online at http://www.dukecomputerstore.com/. The Duke Computer Store requires a Duke Unique ID for computer purchase. Please call the Admissions Office (888-GO-2-DUKE) if you do not know your Unique ID. What about Microsoft Windows and Office? Under the terms of Duke's campus agreement with Microsoft, Windows and Office products are available for FREE download and installation by members of the Duke community from http://www.oit.duke.edu/comp-print/software/. However, the mechanism for activating this software requires that the computer be on the campus network for activation and at least once every 180 days to maintain activation. If you do not plan to have your computer on campus (or want to extend your use of these products beyond graduation), personal licenses for some Microsoft products are available for purchase through the Duke Computer Store for as little as $15.
What about other software?
In addition to Microsoft products, popular anti-virus software, bibliographic managers Endnote or Refworks, and other applications are available FREE to all Duke students at http://www.oit.duke.edu/comp-print/software/. Regarding Bible software packages, Bibleworks is used by a number of faculty and licensed for most of the Divinity School Library's public computers. In addition, Accordance Bible makes a similar product for the Mac and there are a number of free or online Bible tools available.
What about the Internet, email and printing? Students living off-campus are strongly encouraged to sign on with a commercial Internet service provider. When on campus, you can connect to the Internet directly through wireless access. Duke email accounts with a 1 GB limit and file storage of up to 5 GB are automatically provided to Duke students, faculty and staff free of charge. Printing is also currently free (within a generous semester quota) – your computer can be configured to print directly to the ePrint queue system through software available at http://www.oit.duke.edu/comp-print/printing/. The Office of Information Technology Help Desk provides assistance via telephone (919-684-2200), e-mail (help@oit.duke.edu), an appointment service, and a customer service desk located on the lower level of the Perkins Library. |
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