Thursday, May 19, 2011

Who knew that modern technology would eliminate landlines on campuses


Who Knew that Modern Technology would Eliminate Landlines on Campuses?


Colleges and Universities are requiring freshment have a cell phone. This is a safety feature, as well as, giving the school an opportunity to stay in touch with students.


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Montclair State University is mandating freshmen have a cell phone. This gives the school the opportunity to determine where the student is at any time. When this process began, the students were not really happy but, now, the students realize that this voluntary tracking system provides more safety. This gives the school a better way to contact students and maintain a line of communication.

Some schools are eliminating lines and jacks from their dormitories. Previously the schools were making money on these services. Since more and more students dont connect the phones, this effectively eliminated income and became a cost for initial installation.

The University of Cincinnati has a voluntary program offering all incoming freshmen a free mobile phone. The phone features the school mascot, Bearcat, on the welcome screen. Some colleges are sticking with traditional phone service. Perhaps they are worried that cellular service

 



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