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Computer Recommendations


The EAC library has computers that are available to all students. In case you want to bring your own, here are some recommendations to ensure you have what you need to succeed!


Recommendations

Windows PC Apple Mac
Operating System: Windows 11 or newer Operating System: macOS Sonoma or newer
Processor: Intel Core i5 or higher, AMD Ryzen 5 or higher, with a 4 core / 8 thread processor minimum Processor: Apple M1 or M2 chips or Intel Core i5 or higher with a 4 core / 8 thread processor minimum
Memory (RAM): 16GB recommended, 8GB minimum Memory (RAM): 16GB recommended, 8GB minimum
Storage: 500GB (HDD or SSD) or more recommended, 256GB minimum Storage: 500GB (HDD or SSD) or more recommended, 256GB minimum
Wifi: 802.11ax recommended, 802.11ac or 802.11n minimum  Wifi: 802.11ax recommended, 802.11ac or 802.11n minimum 
Webcam: Integrated HD camera, if attending virtual classes, look for a model with 1080p webcam for better quality Webcam: Integrated HD camera, if attending virtual classes, look for a model with 1080p webcam for better quality

Additional Recommendations

  • Battery life: at least 8 hours
  • Weight: consider a lightweight model (3-4 lbs.)
  • Build quality: look for durability to withstand daily wear and tear

Additional Recommendations

  • Battery life: at least 8 hours
  • Weight: consider a lightweight model (3-4 lbs.)
  • Build quality: look for durability to withstand daily wear and tear
Microsoft Office: The campus provides the Office 365 Suite of applications to active students. The software suite included software titles such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Save money, you do not need to purchase this software bundle with your computer. Microsoft Office: The campus provides the Office 365 Suite of applications to active students. The software suite included software titles such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Save money, you do not need to purchase this software bundle with your computer.