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MSU IT Services makes improvements in computer lab login times

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Earlier this year we posted an article explaining what goes on behind the scenes when you log into a computer in one of 60 MSU computer labs.

This follow-up article shares some of the exciting advancements we’ve made to improve computer lab login times.

What we’ve done in 2014

During spring and summer 2014, IT Services installed new computers in six computer labs including Bessey Hall 211 and 317, Business College N12, Natural Resources 218, Olds Hall 12, and Wells Hall B110G. Read Full Article →

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MSU IT Services looks for ways to improve login times in computer labs

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MSU IT Services oversees computer labs and technology classrooms in public buildings on campus.

This post provides background on why the login times in computer labs are different from personal computers, as well as ways IT Services is improving log ins.

Background on login times

The most frequent question we get asked is: “Why does it take so long to boot up and log in to computer lab computers?” Read Full Article →