For students, and their parents and guardians, the back to school period can be both exciting – and intimidating. If you're moving away from home, or changing schools, there will be enough to worry about without having to also make sure you have all the right equipment.
We're here to help, and we've gathered together the very best tech advice for students going back to school on this very page. We've got loads of great buying advice to help you pick the best student laptop (and a special best student Chromebook guide if you're specifically looking for an affordable ChromeOS-powered device) for your needs, as well as advice on what to look for when shopping around. We don't just show you what students need to buy – we've also got guides on what you can do with your new tech as well to help you succeed in all areas of your academic life.
Also, in the runup to the new school year, many retailers across the internet will run back to school deals – so now is the best time to stock up, and we'll be listing all the best offers right here as well.
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