Taking notes on computer or pen and paper?

[titaniumx3]

Just wondering, what is the best way to take notes whilst studying from a book or presentation of some sort? I've always taken notes on pen and paper, but was told that it's a lot more convenient and quicker to take notes on a computer (using a word or something like that).

Taking notes traditionally using pen and paper definitely helps me to retain information, but was wondering if doing it on computer would be any better or worse.

Any thoughts on this would be greatly appreciated!

 

[titaniumx3]

i've been debating this myself. writing helps memory, but getting an electronic format would save paper and make organisation a hell of a lot easier [one document per subject for example]

thing is, dunno about you, but i can't type as fast as i can write, and i can do neither as fast as a lecturer can talk.

When I was studying mathematics at uni I wouldn't dream of using anything other than pen & paper, but for a simple IT course, I'm wondering if it's just as good doing it on a computer.