Computer Recommendations
Computer Specifications
- Core 2 duo or newer processor (dual core processor preferred) or Intel Core 2 (minimum) for Apple
- 2 GB of RAM (minimum)
- 120 GB of Hard Drive (minimum)
- 10/100 Ethernet network interface connection
- 256 Mb video memory (minimum)
- DVD/CD-RW Player and burner
- Cable lock for laptop
- Ethernet Network cable
- Wireless Network capability supporting 802.11 b/g
- USB Thumb drive – 1GB (minimum)
Many students prefer a laptop over a desktop configuration for portability and convenience. The UT campus has numerous wireless hot spots.
Optional Hardware Items
- Sound card with integrated speakers
- Any compatible printer
- Printer cable to connect to printer
- Bluetooth connector
- External Hard Drive (USB 2.0/Firewire 400 or 800) – 250 GB (minimum)
Software (minimum recommendations)
- Microsoft XP or Vista Operating Systems or Apple OS X (or higher)
- Microsoft Office Pro: XP or 2007 for Windows; 2008 for Apple
- Anti-Virus Software (it is required to connect to UT Network and is provided free of charge by the University)
- Spyware removal software (i.e. Spybot, Ad-Aware or Spy Sweeper)
- Adobe Acrobat Reader (free via Internet)