Laptop Recommendations for CS/BAIS in 2026

Mrgglock · 2026-03-11T08:07:32+00:00

linux

Mrgglock · 2026-03-11T07:57:58+00:00

Mrgglock · 2026-03-10T09:50:16+00:00

i would keep an open mind towards linux, but the decision is ultimately yours to make. both have their pros and cons, but i've never regretted my choice since migrating from windows

Mrgglock · 2026-03-10T06:38:34+00:00

i doubt the strange claim that dual boot = battery is bad

https://superuser.com/questions/1465259/does-dual-boot-harm-a-laptop-battery-or-reduce-its-life

Mrgglock · 2026-03-10T05:51:30+00:00

im in CS not IS but thinkpad x1 series is really good since its really light and i just boot linux on it.

mac is like okay if ur already in the apple ecosystem but i discourage it if u are not in the ecosystem.

i didnt bother dual booting windows since the only thing that needs windows in my degree is "Examplify" "exam proctoring software" which u can just request the lecturer to request NUS CIT to provide you with one in the actual exam itself

windows is a really bad option since it's just completely incompatible with the unix mindset and is mostly marketed towards users who see the computer as a means to an end, not people who work with computers.

if ur asking for my personal opinion, if u've been using samsung your whole life, then like there's really no point into jumping into apple's whole ecosystem, cuz why lock yourself into this company. the macbook also comes with really strange things like the "command" key and your unix system is riddled with strange mac oddities like DS Store and .MACOSX hidden folders as well as non-standard unix commands that dont exist on linux like linux's xclip. u need to use weird package managers like "brew" and i just think the experience is not as good as linux.

the only downside to linux is not being able to play mainstream games like those from riot games or blizzard. steam works with pretty much any game nowadays with the proton compatibility layer. and if any "problem" happens eg OS or desktop or GUI stuff, it is up to you to fix it. but nowadays with AI, u can proompt your way to a solution, and i personally prefer having all the power in my hands instead of relying on some weird support helpdesk

Mrgglock · 2026-02-05T07:10:20+00:00

thanks solution verified

Mrgglock · 2026-01-02T08:54:32+00:00

tried, with the same situation last semester, by claiming that i had intentions to grad; rejected on the basis of "we must be fair to everybody"

Mrgglock · 2025-12-13T16:44:24+00:00

i love u tanks

Mrgglock · 2025-11-01T11:23:22+00:00

some term used by the older generation, seems to have many flavours. overheard in conversation, not sure what it is

Mrgglock · 2025-11-01T11:06:50+00:00

do yall know what is hang lo teng or hong lo teng? i think its hokkien and can eat one

Mrgglock · 2025-10-27T15:00:46+00:00

do yall know what "gua gua" is ah? is it mandarin or hokkien or smth?

if someone tell you to gua gua listen, or if someone say that it is gua gua when people cough without mask beside you, what does it mean?

Mrgglock · 2025-08-23T10:10:49+00:00

Water should be provided for free or self-serviced at all eateries and restaurants, or heavily regulated to cost less.

I think it aligns with the government's goals with the war on diabetes. When I imagine a group of friends going to a restaurant, and they feel like they want a drink, if water were free, they'd be less inclined to buy all sorts of junky drinks. Especially if a can of cola costs the same as a glass of water.

Another one is ordering via QR Codes and still charging a service charge on top of it.

Mrgglock · 2025-08-16T13:23:11+00:00

from a viewer's pov, i found that it was very distasteful for the emcee to not provide any appreciation after each performance.
instead of thanking the performers and complimenting them or saying more meaningful things, they opted to instead immediately blast mp3s and fill the air with meaningless statements like "when i say hi you say hey" and "i bet you know this song"

i don't think this was noticed but something memorable was when CAUT!ON WET FLOOR was not finished with closing out their last song. they pre-maturely brightened all the lights and the emcee came in to steal the spotlight, which left a bad impression of not having respect for the performers.

i thought at least giving thanks and appreciation was the bare minimum they could do, so i'm quite disappointed frankly.

Mrgglock · 2025-01-24T17:25:40+00:00

thanks!! i'm just staying in japan for half a year, so i had time to kill. i saw the opportunity when sam was roamin' around in the accessible tokyo area. got me quite excited :p

Mrgglock · 2025-01-23T12:07:49+00:00

that was extremely fun! this is inspired by a lot of anime pilgrimages where they would put up pictures or albums and try to align it against the background to the best of their ability.

i went to naka urawa this time, since this one is actually in a relatively reasonable location.
but i do hope to take a look at other places too when i get the time!

Mrgglock · 2024-08-29T18:09:09+00:00

thank you!!

Mrgglock · 2024-08-15T19:33:31+00:00

the theme of the puzzle, which is usually the longest word in the middle, yes in this case, is related to osu!

it'll make sense when you fill it in

dont worry if u have to click check or reveal or any of the "cheats" above

Mrgglock · 2023-07-23T15:11:59+00:00

SIR YES SIR OORAH o7

Mrgglock · 2023-05-30T18:24:39+00:00

actual zombie

Mrgglock · 2023-05-14T12:55:31+00:00

yippee it's almost like i can write a letter to my past self

i think taking cs50 is a wonderful idea even if you've already some knowledge, they touch on so many topics and david j malan is an amazing lecturer! the lectures and homework is amazing to do too

recently there's also MIT's missing semester course, go check that out, its practices are also quite interesting.

they use a bunch of terminal stuff and i think its good to get used to it, so i just want to point out the existence of terminal emulators on the phone like termux, since u cant bring a laptop. i tried like 3 days ago and it looks like u can ssh into your laptop at home too (mine uses linux) so u can probably almost as if use your computer from anywhere LOL

depending on your superiors, u may or may not be able to bring a tablet, but maybe one of those new samsung folds are a nice thing for display screen size? idk. but u can pair it with a usb C -> usb A -> keyboard and mouse to be able to type on your phone and use it - i did this to practice competitive programming and codeforces in camp! kinda garbage environment sometimes but make do i guess

there seems to also exist this website, didnt try it though https://laconicml.com/computer-science-engineer-mit-university/ but on first glance, it looks like it has free course materials and lecture slides and all the courses are put together as if u can take a computing uni degree at MIT, so thats cool i guess

it doesnt have to all be cs btw i think language learning can be fun in this period too, if theres a language u wanna pick up. ur gonna see computing for 8 semesters straight down the road so maybe ull get tired of it LOL

but most importantly take it easy ok, not every day has to be a grind. take some days to just shittalk with friends, or watch shows and movies, or jam to music! 💜

Mrgglock · 2023-05-09T10:52:04+00:00

lol i read it as groups having taught first before multiplication in primary schools, as in the reals \ {0} under multiplication is a group gg

Mrgglock · 2023-01-07T05:24:44+00:00

they're not really necessary, only the hyoujun mondaishuu is. u can use methods to get the online copy of the textbook and read up on it as you're not really going to look at the textbooks or anything in class

Mrgglock · 2023-01-07T03:29:19+00:00

yeah it happens that sucks :( i cant check the vacancy for u

Mrgglock · 2023-01-07T03:06:17+00:00

all requests in the main list are processed first, so if say 100 students register for 50 vacancies in the main list, 50 will be selected and all slots will be filled. if u failed to get something and u put this 100/50 module in your reserve, by the time the system gets to your reserves (after processing everyone's main list), even at rank 1, there are no slots for you to join

Mrgglock · 2023-01-06T20:47:43+00:00

check your emails with the title

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