For students, our recommendations and minimum system requirements are meant to provide general guidelines on which computer configurations work best in the UMass Amherst computing environment. Different recommended and minimum configurations are available for faculty and staff. They focus on hardware specifications of the device. For free or discounted software please check our downloads page. If you have declared a major, we recommend checking with the department to see if it requires specific computer configurations. Note: This online document is where you will find the most accurate recommendations. Any print materials you have could be out-of-date. Show
SustainabilityWe recommend models of computers that have at least an EPEAT Silver rating (preferably EPEAT Gold). These computers meet the latest ENERGY STAR specifications and are designed to be easily recycled. Learn more about the Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT). Laptop ComputersRecommended ConfigurationsWe recommend systems that meet or exceed the following specifications:
Minimum RequirementsWe support the following minimum computer configurations which you can use to connect to the campus-wide network. Note: The following lists minimum requirements that allow for network connectivity and other basic functions. If you are planning on purchasing a new computer, please use the recommended configurations above.
Desktop ComputersRecommended ConfigurationsWe recommend systems that meet or exceed the following specifications:
Minimum RequirementsWe support the following minimum computer configurations. Note: The following lists minimum requirements that allow for network connectivity and other basic functions. If you are planning on purchasing a new computer, please use the recommended configurations above.
Tablet ComputersTablets are of growing interest in the classroom environment and are an innovative method for note-taking. When paired with a keyboard, tablets that meet the above requirements are sometimes even used as a replacement for a laptop. New tablet computers come with Windows, iOS or Android operating systems. Capabilities and the number of programs available depend on the operating system choice and the hardware of the device. Consult with your academic advisor if you are unsure about the need for a tablet in your field of study. Microsoft OneNote software for tablet computers is available for free through the Azure Dev Tools for Teaching program for Windows based tablets. If you have specific questions about tablet computer configurations please contact the Help Center. What is minimum system requirements mean?Minimum System Requirements means the minimum requirements for hardware and third party software and/or accounts which the Licensee must have in place in order to access and make use of the Service.
What is software requirements and hardware requirements?The most common set of requirements defined by any operating system or software application is the physical computer resources, also known as hardware, A hardware requirements list is often accompanied by a hardware compatibility list (HCL), especially in case of operating systems.
What are the minimum software requirements for any PC to be useable and their functions?Minimum Specifications For Windows PCs. Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 and Windows 11 IoT Enterprise. Microsoft Windows 10 and Windows 11, 64-bit. ... . Processor: Intel® Core i5 4th generation (or an equivalent AMD processor) ... . RAM. 8 GB for Composer. ... . Graphics Card. 1 GB RAM. ... . Storage. SSD (Solid State Drive) at least 120GB.. How are minimum system requirements determined?Frequently, the minimum requirements are set by looking at the types of systems that target market customers would actually use for the product in question and picking some reasonable cutoff that doesn't alienate the target customer and is something the QA department can test with a minimal additional hassle.
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