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Students pass test
for computers
All NSW Year 9 public school students are to receive a laptop during the 2012 school year.
The laptop rollout is part of the State Government’s commitment to implementing the Federal Government’s Digital Education Revolution program.
A spokesperson for the Department of Education and Communities said the delivery of the new laptops to more than 60,000 students would be staggered across schools through Term One.
“The laptop - the latest version of Lenovo’s ThinkPad - has been developed in conjunction with the Department to meet students’ educational needs,” the spokesperson said.
“This new student laptop features the latest generation Intel Celeron 857 processor with a fast 4GB of memory; an 11.6-inch (29.4 cm) anti-glare screen; (and) a new battery which is set to last the school day.”
The spokesperson said to help prevent wear and tear, the latest model included an even more durable top cover, stronger keyboard and hinge, and a rubber protective bumper around the case.
“The laptops are loaded with the latest Microsoft Office suite and Adobe products valued at more than $5,000.
“The (Digital Education Revolution) program aims to provide every student in Years 9 to 12 with a laptop, and those students who receive a laptop in Year 9 and complete Year 12 are entitled to keep the laptop once they leave school.”
The spokesperson said all schools involved in the Digital Revolution in NSW had had wireless networks installed, allowing students to use the laptops in any learning space.
“Students can also connect to wireless networks at home or when out of school.
“All schools involved with the program have dedicated technology support to help ensure smooth operation of the laptops at a local level.”
Edition 255, 25 January 2012
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