Splashtop Survey Finds 84% of University Students Want

CUPERTINO, Calif., Oct. 26, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today’s students have come to expect flexibility when it comes to learning, according to the latest survey from Splashtop, a leader in secure remote access and support software. Splashtop surveyed more than 1,000 higher-education students throughout the U.S. and the UK to better understand their remote learning and technology preferences. Results indicate that 84% of university students believe remote access to computer labs is important to their education and could improve their performance. These findings point to an ongoing shift in the way students prefer to learn.

“The new generation of students today expect technology that can help them learn more efficiently and effectively — wherever they are. We are incredibly proud to help bridge the technology gap for students who want to do lab work at home, and ensure they have seamless and secure access to applications, files and hardware they need,” said Nityasha Wadalkar, director of product marketing at Splashtop.

Splashtop’s remote access and support technology works behind the scenes so that students and faculty can be productive and collaborate from any device, anywhere. Universities around the world — including the University of California, Los Angeles, University of Westminster, London, Duke University, University of Nottingham, University of the Arts London, and Virginia Tech  — rely on Splashtop to power their remote learning experience, including secure infrastructure and remote IT support.

Additional findings from the survey:

• For an optimal learning experience, students prefer a blend of in-person and remote access to education resources, particularly when it comes to lab computers.

When it comes to the classroom, students still want face time with their instructors and peers. In fact, 46.2% of students still feel they learn best on-campus, while 38.2% prefer a mix of online and in-person classes. More than 84% of students…