Scientific proof that students procrastinate

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SAG2 load average 03 Dec 2006

This graph, from our new release of SAGrader at work, is proof positive that students wait until the last possible moment to complete their assignments. This is the average load on the server for an assignment that was due at 11:00pm on Sunday, December 3. And, happily, we weathered the onslaught with nary a hiccup!

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