University Technology
Student Computer Recommendations
The following recommendations are for students only. Recommendations for employees can be found under Faculty/Staff Resources.
University Technology recommends the following minimum requirements for student-owned computers brought to campus. The uTech Support Center has certified Apple and Dell technicians on staff that can repair or assist with all Dell and Apple general repair needs .
Minimum Computer Recommendations
We recommend that all computersÌý(laptops/notebooks and desktop computers) have the following minimum specifications:
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Microsoft Windows
- Windows 11
- Intel Core i5 or higher processorÂ
- 8 GB RAM (higher if possible)
- 256GB SSD storage
- Intel/AMD/nVidia video card
- Gigabit Ethernet network card/adapter
- Latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox
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Apple MacOS
- MacOS 15 or later
- Apple Silicon M1 or higher
- 8GB memory (higher if possible)
- 256GB SSD storage
- Gigabit Ethernet network card/adapter
- Latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox
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Microsoft Windows
Looking to Purchase a New Computer?
Discounted computers and hardware can be purchased online:
- Ìý(negotiated discounts for both º£½ÇÆÆ½â°æ students and employees)
- Ìý(educational institution discount for both º£½ÇÆÆ½â°æ students and employees)
**If you are taking or plan to take fully-online classes, we do not recommend Chromebooks or Windows 10S.
Software Recommendations
- Microsoft Office 2024 or Office 365 (Office 365 is available free to all active students)
- Adobe Acrobat Reader ( )
- Java uninstalled or disabled
- Antivirus software (Free Antivirus Solutions)
- For additional technology specifications for online students, please click here.

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