Hordes of students camping out at cafes and fast-food joints are not an unusual sight, especially in the weeks leading to exam season. However, it can become an issue when they hog the space for hours on end. Other paying customers may feel discouraged from patronising the cafe, hence affecting the business' bottom line.



Some eateries have employed certain measures to counter the phenomenon, such as implementing time limits for free WiFi, putting up signs saying that studying during peak hours are not allowed, clearing their empty cups and dishes, and even outright requesting that they leave. However, these don't always get the hint or even comply with such requests.