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School is a challenge on its own, and problems with technology only make it worse.
You might surprise yourself.
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Unfortunately, you cant install or upgrade anything in your dorm room to get more bandwidth from the school.
In other words, it’s possible for you to’t really fix something that’s not yours to fix.
However, there are some things you’ve got the option to do to address the bandwidth issue.
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When adding attachments to an email, dont also download files or stream a movie.
Unless your phone plan includes unlimited data usage, be very careful when using your phone as a hotspot.
It’s easy to go overboard and use up all the data in your data plan.
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Similarly, some websites you visit for class might require things likeJavato work correctly.
Learnhow to patch your Macif that’s what you have instead.
Fortunately, most printer issues focus on missing or incorrect printdrivers.
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The easiest way to fix this specific problem is to simply download andinstall the printer driver.
There are lots of things you might do tokeep your phone juiced up.
However, maybe you depend heavily on having your phone working fully all the time.
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If so, your next best option is to purchase aportable charger.
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Some buildings just dont accommodate cell phones.
See the section below for more on that.
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However, they might also block more common websites, likelegal movie streaming sitesandgaming websites.
The easiest way around this key in of content restriction is to use aVPNservice.
There are usually legitimate reasons for colleges to block some websites.
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On the physical side, consider something like theKensington desktop computer and peripherals locking kit.
And file encryption software likeVeraCryptcan prevent your data from being compromised if someone manages to access your files.
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