Desired Hardware/Software

• CD-Rom and floppy drives
• sound a definite plus
• anti-virus/spyware software
• solitare, paint, minesweeper, etc. (created in a separate, “hidden,” folder)
• OpenOffice
• “clean” typing tutors
• math-based learning games
• ACT/SAT/GRE prep
• extra monitor for the server

Pressing Research

• 3-in-1 printers vs. a quality b&w laserjet
• print server pricing (sold at any electronic store with computers)
• price cable providers
• price networking cards