|
Promote Anywhere, Anytime Learning On today’s campuses, teachers and students use laptops and other handheld devices anywhere and everywhere. They expect easy and secure access to the school’s network and the Internet. They want to be connected from hallways, dorms, cafeterias, and even the practice field. Innovative teachers and coaches are making wireless networks as critical to their activities as wired ones. School administrators are benefiting from the cost-effective, flexible deployment options offered by a wireless infrastructure. As they select 3Com® wireless mobility solutions with Power over Ethernet, they gain not only the flexibility expected of wireless technology, but also advanced security, RF management, seamless roaming and exceptional per-user or per-group network access control made possible by 3Com wireless switches and controllers. Not only can they avoid the expense of further electrical wiring as they grow their networks, they can ensure the secure, high-performance they expect of their wired systems. For additional economy and enhanced connectivity, rugged, high-speed 3Com wireless LAN bridges with integrated antennas transmit data over secure wireless links. The bridges can be deployed with ease to reduce telecommunication costs between buildings and between campuses. The following links lead to additional information about how 3Com secure, converged networks can cost-effectively extend the boundaries of college and university networks:3Com Security Solutions Learn more by using the RELATED INFO links on this page or by emailing education@3com.com.
|
So much of higher education today relies on learning outside of the lecture hall. Educators are encouraging the active pursuit of information, welcoming technology as a tool to build a community of life-long learners, self-motiviated idea gatherers, and discriminating thinkers. They are supporting the increasing number of students that want to be active learners and seek experiences that will make their education immediate and meaningful. In a world of cell phones, iPods, and video games, colleges and universities must meet the challenges of student expectations for content and its delivery.