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Most current personal computers will connect to the SU Network wirelessly, or through the network port in your residence hall room using an Ethernet cable. Your computer should have one of the following as a minimum system configuration. Windows based computers must be running Windows 10 or 11, updated Anti-Virus and Anti-Spyware software. Macintosh computers should be running the latest version of Mac OS X at least MacOS version 12 (Monterey) or 13 (Ventura) and have an updated Anti-Virus and Anti-Spyware software. Microsoft Security Essentials is available for free for Windows users at http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows/security-essentials-download. BitDefender and Sophos Home are free Anti-Virus tools available for Macintosh Users.
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Note that devices like Chromebooks, iPads, Galaxy tablets, or devices with Windows 10S only allow installation from an app store rather than from outside sources. For these devices, many applications will not be able to be installed. Please keep this consideration in mind when shopping for a new device and how you intend to use the device. SU IT does not recommend these devices be purchased to be the primary device for a student for course work. |
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- M1 8 core CPU /7 core GPU equivalent or better
- 8 GB RAM minimum with 16 recommended
- 256 GB or larger hard drive, 500 GB recommended (solid state drive also recommended)
- Apple OSX 11 12 or higher
- 1 GB ethernet Adapter and/or Wifi 6 (802.11ax) wireless
- Onboard camera or webcam
- Onboard sound with mic and speakers
- Optional but recommended: Surge protector, CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive, 22” or larger display
- headset with microphone
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**NOTE: Students in the following programs should consider a higher end Windows laptop (See advanced specifications |
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recommended for these majors below)
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Windows Laptops/PC-Advanced (cost generally $1200 and up)
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- M1 10 core CPU /16 core GPU equivalent or better
- 16 GB RAM
- 512 GB or larger hard drive (solid state drive also recommended)
- Apple OSX 11 12 or higher
- 1 GB ethernet Adapter and/or Wifi 6 (802.11ax) wireless
- Onboard camera or webcam
- Onboard sound with mic and speakers
- Optional but recommended: Surge protector, CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive, 22” or larger display
- headset with microphone
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