Electronics & Supplies
Some gadgets and gizmos seem like must-haves for college. But which ones do you really need? We've got the scoop on the best (and worst) laptops, stereos, and cell phones.
Techniques to Find Less Expensive Computers
Computers are a fairly major purchase. They are just like other consumer appliances and we expect them to last for several years. The price ranges for laptops and desktop PCs can vary greatly though. There are ways to find ways to save money on a computer purchase. Below are a list of some of the different methods for getting a PC for less than standard retail pricing.
Computers are a fairly major purchase. They are just like other consumer appliances and we expect them to last for several years. The price ranges for laptops and desktop PCs can vary greatly though. There are ways to find ways to save money on a computer purchase. Below are a list of some of the different methods for getting a PC for less than standard retail pricing.
Laptop or Desktop: Which Is Best for a College Student?
Having the right computer can make all the difference in your college career. With pros and cons for both laptops and desktops, how do you know which one will be right for you?
Having the right computer can make all the difference in your college career. With pros and cons for both laptops and desktops, how do you know which one will be right for you?
What Computer Should I Buy?
A questionnaire designed to ask about attributes and planned usage of a new computer system to assist in provided an answer to the proper type of desktop or laptop PC and the recommended specifications.
A questionnaire designed to ask about attributes and planned usage of a new computer system to assist in provided an answer to the proper type of desktop or laptop PC and the recommended specifications.
Should I Buy That Gadget?
Some gadgets and student supplies really delver what they promise. Others disappoint us--which is really upsetting when we've spent a few hundred dollars for them. Find out which supplies and gadgets are really helpful for students, and which you might want to pass over.
Some gadgets and student supplies really delver what they promise. Others disappoint us--which is really upsetting when we've spent a few hundred dollars for them. Find out which supplies and gadgets are really helpful for students, and which you might want to pass over.
School Supplies on a Budget
Parents and students feel the pressure when it comes time to buy a new stock of school supplies. Students want what's new and popular, while parent want to stick to a budget. Sometimes you can find a way to make everybody happy.
Parents and students feel the pressure when it comes time to buy a new stock of school supplies. Students want what's new and popular, while parent want to stick to a budget. Sometimes you can find a way to make everybody happy.
College Orientation Tips
These days, students aren't the only ones to go to college orientation. Parents and younger sibs do too. Here's what to expect during college orientation, including pros and cons on the timing.
These days, students aren't the only ones to go to college orientation. Parents and younger sibs do too. Here's what to expect during college orientation, including pros and cons on the timing.
Dorm First Aid
College Life - College kids have three lines of defense when it comes to staying healthy and coping with dorm mishaps. Step one is a good first aid kit.
College Life - College kids have three lines of defense when it comes to staying healthy and coping with dorm mishaps. Step one is a good first aid kit.
How Students Can Save On Phone Calls
How Students Can Save On Phone Calls - Students needing to call family and friends back home can make long distance and overseas international calls for cheap or free by using VoIP. Here is how.
How Students Can Save On Phone Calls - Students needing to call family and friends back home can make long distance and overseas international calls for cheap or free by using VoIP. Here is how.
College Girls, Boys Rejoice: Cheap Cell Phones For Very Low Budgets
This guide pays homage to the money-conscious college student by recommending cheap cell phones fresh from the handset makers.
This guide pays homage to the money-conscious college student by recommending cheap cell phones fresh from the handset makers.
Back to School PCs
Article examining what to consider when purchasing a personal computer for a student before the school year starts from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Article examining what to consider when purchasing a personal computer for a student before the school year starts from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Dell Inspiron Mini Netbook
These mini laptops probably aren’t going to impress real techies who look for the big whiz-bang factor. However, they may be perfect for taking class notes and researching—either online or at a library.
These mini laptops probably aren’t going to impress real techies who look for the big whiz-bang factor. However, they may be perfect for taking class notes and researching—either online or at a library.
Post-it© Flag Pen and Highlighter
If you take notes, you should check out the Post-it Flag Pen and Highlighter. I can’t think of a better tool for writing a research paper. And you can find a pack of three combination flag pen & highlighters for less than five dollars!
If you take notes, you should check out the Post-it Flag Pen and Highlighter. I can’t think of a better tool for writing a research paper. And you can find a pack of three combination flag pen & highlighters for less than five dollars!
Create Your Own Notebook
Are you tired of the same old designs and options when it comes to schools supplies? Create your own notebook and express yourself. If you have an artistic flair, or if you just like to make a statement, you can create your own personalized notebooks for school.
Are you tired of the same old designs and options when it comes to schools supplies? Create your own notebook and express yourself. If you have an artistic flair, or if you just like to make a statement, you can create your own personalized notebooks for school.
Homework Timers
Homework timers can be the perfect time management tool for students who tend to get distracted from their studies. And there's a time for everyone! You'll find timers in crazy shapes and designs and others that shake, vibrate, beep, flash, and ring. There are selections for the hearing impaired and a few for those who like loud noises!
Why do timers work? Timers tend to improve a stud…
Graphing Calculators Compared
Students and parents are often confused about which calculator to buy. It's a good idea to read over the features of three popular graphing calculators to determine which one is right for you.
Students and parents are often confused about which calculator to buy. It's a good idea to read over the features of three popular graphing calculators to determine which one is right for you.
Get Your Textbooks for Cheap or Free
While some online schools offer a virtual curriculum, free of charge, the majority of online colleges still require their students to purchase traditional textbooks with hefty price tags. Books for one or two classes could total in the hundreds. However, showing a little shopping savvy could save you a significant amount of cash.
While some online schools offer a virtual curriculum, free of charge, the majority of online colleges still require their students to purchase traditional textbooks with hefty price tags. Books for one or two classes could total in the hundreds. However, showing a little shopping savvy could save you a significant amount of cash.
5 Ways to Save Money on College Textbooks
At least you could anticipate college tuition. The $940 your child spends on textbooks per year usually comes as a rude shock. Here are five ways to save money on college textbooks.
At least you could anticipate college tuition. The $940 your child spends on textbooks per year usually comes as a rude shock. Here are five ways to save money on college textbooks.
Rent College Textbooks and Save
Switch from buying college textbooks to renting college textbooks and save.
Switch from buying college textbooks to renting college textbooks and save.
School Supplies on a Budget
Parents and students feel the pressure when it comes time to buy a new stock of school supplies. Students want what's new and popular, while parent want to stick to a budget. Sometimes you can find a way to make everybody happy.
Parents and students feel the pressure when it comes time to buy a new stock of school supplies. Students want what's new and popular, while parent want to stick to a budget. Sometimes you can find a way to make everybody happy.