<p>check with the college - they may advocate certain applications for some majors. I know that my older daughter’s school did. And, she was able to get software there at incredible prices - much better than I could find anywhere.</p>
<p>She used to use GoogleDocs for file sharing, but prefers DropBox.</p>
<p>She also uses GoogleCalendar, but has an old-fashioned paper calendar on her wall just for easy visual reference.</p>