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Department of Computer Science Laptop Requirements.

These are minimum student laptop requirements for taking classes at the Department of Computer Science

 

Operating System

Windows XP Professional SP2 

Vista Home Premium 32 bit

Vista Business 32 bit

Vista Ultimate 32 bit

Macintosh OS 10.4 or Above
Software Applications Microsoft Office 2003/2007 Microsoft Office for Mac 2004/2008
Processor Core Duo 1.83 Ghz
Memory 2 GB 2 GB
Hard Drive 80 GB 80 GB
Graphics Card Integrated 128MB memory Integrated card
Wireless 802.11 AirPort
Warranty 3-year parts replacement on site 3-year parts and labor Applecare

Optional:

  • USB Flash Memory Storage Device
  • Symantec Antivirus is provided by the University.  For software and instructions please visit www.du.edu/uts/helpdesk/newstudent.html
  • Insurance: Comprehensive breakage, theft, hazard. contact Safeware Insurance at 1-800-800-1492 or visit their website at www.safeware.com

If you have any questions about Computer Science Department student laptop requirements please contact us at support@cs.du.edu or 303-871-3299.