Hardware Recommendations
Chromebooks, Android devices, and iPads are NOT recommended for students to use as their primary device. Certain programs for classes (testing software, plug-ins, etc.) will not work on these devices. We strongly recommend that you buy or bring a Windows PC (Windows 10) or Apple Mac device (Mac OS 10.14 or higher) to be used for school.
| Description | Specifications |
| Processor | Intel Core i5 or i7 (Intel i5 processors are preferred) |
| Memory | 8GB RAM or more (8GB is preferred) |
| Hard Drive | 256 GB or more (256 GB or higher SSD drives are preferred) |
| Wireless Card (laptops) | Wireless cards 802.11 ac or ax (Intel cards are preferred) |
| Operating System | Windows 10, or Mac OS 10.12 or higher |
| Software Packages | Microsoft Office 365, Office 2019, Microsoft Office for Mac 365, or 2019, and Open Office |
| Anti-virus Software | Microsoft Windows Defender, (already installed with Windows 10) McAfee, Norton, or AVG |
| Web Browsers | Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Internet Explorer (PC only) or Safari (Apple only) |
| Anti-Spyware/Anti-Adware | Malwarebytes or Super Anti-Spyware |
| Other Programs | Adobe Reader and VLC Media Player |
| Warranty | 3 years or more |
| Accessories | Flash Drive, Jump Drive 8 GB or higher, cable lock, laptop carrying bag, network cable |