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The University is generally a Microsoft campus, but resources are equally accessible from an Apple (Mac) or Windows PC.

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Minimum Specifications

  • Processor -

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  • Intel i3-

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  • 8130U or AMD equivalent

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  • RAM (memory) -

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  • 6GB or 8GB
  • Storage -

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  • 128GB or 256GB Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • Operating System - Microsoft Windows 10 or the latest Mac OS X version

Recommended Accessories

  • External Hard Drive for backup (500GB min)
  • Cat-5 Ethernet Cable
  • USB Flash Drive



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Recommended Specifications

  • Processor - Intel i5-8250U or AMD equivalent
  • RAM (memory) - 8GB
  • Storage - 256GB or 512GB Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • Operating System - Microsoft Windows 10 or the latest Mac OS X version

Recommended Accessories

  • External Hard Drive for backup (500GB min)
  • Cat-5 Ethernet Cable
  • USB Flash Drive

Software

Current SPU students can access various software titles through the SPU Download Center

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titleShould I purchase a x32 or x64 Windows Operating System?

With Windows systems, you may receive either a x64 (64-bit) or x32 (32-bit) OS with most new systems containing x64. SPU resources can be accessed from both types of OS. To learn more about the differences go to 32-bit and 64-bit Windows: frequently asked questions.


Software


Current SPU students can access various software titles through the SPU Download Center. 


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titleShould I purchase a x32 or x64 Windows Operating System?

With Windows systems, you may receive either a x64 (64-bit) or x32 (32-bit) OS with most new systems containing x64. SPU resources can be accessed from both types of OS. To learn more about the differences go to 32-bit and 64-bit Windows: frequently asked questions.


Where to Buy

Many online retailers have special discounts and upgrades.  Depending on how quickly you need a computer, you could choose to visit a store, such as Best Buy, Staples, etc. or purchase directly through the manufacturer's website (e.g. dell.com, lenovo.com, apple.com, etc...).  Read reviews and visit a store in person to get a better idea of what a machine will look like when it arrives.  

The following sites are commonly used references for reviews.  Reviews units at these sites are generally provided by the vendor and should not be considered completely objective.

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