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ITR Computer Recommendations

Access to a personal computer with Internet capability and Microsoft Office compatible software is required for many courses at Neumann. You may use a computer in one of the College's computer labs, a family computer or a friend's, but we recommend that each student have their own computer meeting the following specifications:

 

Minimum and Recommended configuration:

  • Processor: speed of at least 400 MHz; 1 GHz or better is recommended. 
  • RAM: at least 256 Mb of RAM; 1 GB or more is recommended
  • Sound: A working sound card and speakers are useful. Some programs require a headset & microphone. 
  • Modem: For online programs, a 56 Kbps modem can be used. A high-speed connection such as DSL or cable modem is recommended.
  • Disk Drive: A CD- or DVD-Rom drive is useful for software installation and program materials. A DVD/RW is recommended for media production courses.
  • Monitor: minimum 800 x 600 resolution is required; 1024 x 768 or better recommended. 
  • Disk Space: 10 GB of disk space minimum; 60 GB or more recommended.
  • Networking: 10/100 Mb Ethernet adapter; WiFi wireless for laptops
  • Software: MS Office 2007 is the standard productivity suite on campus.

Note:

  • Earlier versions of MS Office are acceptable with the free Office Compatibility Pack.
  • Open source and commercial suites (Open Office, Lotus Symphony, Corel Office Suite) can generally produce acceptable documents, but are not supported by the Neumann College Help Desk.
  • The latest MS Office can be purchased inexpensively; see: Information on computer and software purchases.

 

For more information, contact the Help Desk 610-558-5620 or E-mail helpdesk@neumann.edu

 


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