Hall of residence goes on-line

A University of St Andrews hall of residence has unveiled a state-of- the-art computer facility for students.

The computer room in Hamilton Hall houses five PCs, providing the hall’s 128 students with 24-hour access to the latest technology, including email and internet access.

As part of a joint venture with IT company Compaq, the room has been refurbished by the University’s Estates and Buildings department .

Warden Shane Bonnetti said, “The room is already making a huge impact on the way the students live their lives, giving them computer access on tap and allowing them to communicate with the outside world around the clock without leaving the hall.”

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Issued by Beattie Media on behalf of the University of St Andrews For more information please contact Claire Grainger on 01334 462530, 07730 415 015 or email [email protected] Ref: compaq- hamhall/standrews/chg/12oct2000