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Laptop
- The laptop is required for INLS 187, though generally
we'll make light use of it. Bring it to class daily, prepared
to network.
- If you feel able, consider setting up a Linux dual-boot
system (assuming you already have a MS-Windows system). This will
let you work with much more software than you could with MS-Windows
alone. But do this cautiously, make backups first!
General Computer Use
- We have a few systems from INLS 183 that could be setup
as Linux servers for software experimentation. gbn will use
one; other students are welcome to set up others. Depending
on how many people are interested, we might make this more
or less of an organized and structured effort.
- It's good to have system administrator access
to both a Windows and a Linux/Unix system (other systems, including
Mac, BSD, etc., are also useful). This comes in handy for
class exercises and assignments.
- Please be cautious when using a computer. Some of the software
we'll discuss could cause damage or disruption to other people's
systems. Ask first before scanning or trying to test someone else's
system.
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