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--- deptlab:cs101:student_hardware_requirements [2020/11/05 11:51] – localadmin
+++ deptlab:cs101:student_hardware_requirements [2021/01/18 14:09] (current) – localadmin
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 There is no one specific setup that is best for everyone but some guidelines are:
-  * Windows based computers are the easiest to adapt to coursework for all classes. Other options in order are:
+  * Windows based computers are the easiest to adapt to coursework for all classes. Other options in order of usability are as follows but maybe be problematic for CSci 114 & 366 courses:
     * Linux
     * Mac
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     * Screen: What ever size suits you, but programming/research often results in having numerous windows open.
   * For Hyflex/virtual courses, a webcam & microphone is required.
+    * Headphones for dorm residents.
 ==== Where/What to Buy ====
-  * Get something you like.
+  * Most importantly, get something you like.
-  * You typically get better quality machines by ordering directly from the manufacture's websites although you can get things cheaper from bulk retailers.
+  * You typically can get better quality machines by ordering directly from the manufacture's websites although you can get things cheaper from bulk retailers.
-    * We usually get our servers/workstations from [[https://daktech.com/|DakTech]].
+    * We usually get our workstations from [[https://daktech.com/|DakTech]].
     * The department System Administrator recommends Lenovo laptops.
   * The NDSU bookstore can order many brands like Lenovo, Dell, Apple, DakTech, and HP. Call 701-231-8013 and ask for technology department or send e-mail to [[mailto:brad.sonmor@ndsu.edu|brad.sonmor@ndsu.edu]].