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Computer science orcomputing science (abbreviated CS orCompSci) is thescientificandmathematicalapproach to

computation, and specifically to the design of computing machines and processes. Acomputer scientistis ascientistwho

specialises in the theory of computation and the design of computers.[1]

Its subfields can be divided into practical techniques for its implementation and application incomputer systemsand purely

theoretical areas. Some, such ascomputational complexity theory, which studies fundamental properties ofcomputational

problems, are highly abstract, while others, such ascomputer graphics, emphasize real-world applications. Still others focus on

the challenges in implementing computations. For example,programming language theorystudies approaches to description of

computations, while the study ofcomputer programmingitself investigates various aspects of the use ofprogramming

languagesandcomplex systems, andhuman-computer interactionfocuses on the challenges in making computers and

computations useful, usable, anduniversally accessibletohumans.

Communication within CSE

Mailboxes

Each student in the School of Engineering and Applied Science has a personal

mailbox. Undergraduate mailboxes for the Department of Computer Science are

located across from the elevator on the second floor of the Moore Building. Thesemailboxes are our principal means of communicating with students, and students

should get into the habit of checking their mailboxes on a regular basis.

Eniac Accounts

All CSE students automatically receive computer accounts on the ENIAC. With

these accounts, students gain access to electronic mailing services and bulletin

boards. Using electronic mail, students can send and receive messages to fellow

students, faculty and staff across the university as well as to people at other

institutions.Electronic mail is a powerful and important tool, and is probably the

most effective means of communication within the CSE department! It is the best

way to get in touch with a professor to set up an appointment or to ask a quick

question. Professors will also frequently use it to distribute class notes and grades.

Students can use it for chatting with friends from around the world, or getting

answers to questions that cannot be answered locally.

The ENIAC is maintained by CETS (Computing and Educational Technology

Services). A seminar on how to use the ENIAC is typically offered by CETS

during the first week of classes in the Fall semester. We strongly encourage

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students to learn how to use the ENIAC as soon as possible. Questions concerning

this seminar or any accounts should be directed to the CETS office.

Electronic Bulletin Boards

Various electronic bulletin boards have been established to allow circulation of a

variety of postings, announcements and messages by subscribers. Most CSE

courses have bulletin boards associated with them, as well as the Dining

Philosophers, the undergraduate computer science student organization. See CETS

for further details in regard to electronic bulletin boards.