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Incoming students: IS&T has a step-by-step computing guide to get you up and running before, during, and after your arrival at MIT.

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Incoming students: IT @ MIT starter kit

New to MIT? Here are some helpful resources to get you started with IT at the Institute.

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Get STOP plates for your laptop and tablet: Here’s why and how

Headed to the Get Connected with IT @ MIT event on September 3? Bring along your laptop and/or tablet and get it tagged courtesy of MIT.

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Incoming students: Get software and cloud services!

Find out about all of the software and cloud-based services you have access to while you're an MIT student and where can you find them.

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Students: Learn about IT @ MIT at two Orientation events

IS&T invites new and returning students to two events for IT information, help, and... free stuff!

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Farewell Lynda.com, hello LinkedIn Learning!

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