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network-services:policies:student-owned-devices [2016/05/04 04:10]
Martens, Robert L [FAQs]
network-services:policies:student-owned-devices [2019/01/11 16:51]
Martens, Robert L [Desktops]
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   * Modern Operating System   * Modern Operating System
     * Microsoft Windows 10 or later     * Microsoft Windows 10 or later
-    * Apple OS X 10.11 El Capitan” or later+    * Apple OS X 10.13 High Sierra” or later
     * Google Chromebook     * Google Chromebook
     * Various Linux Distributions (Ubuntu, Fedora, openSUSE, etc.)     * Various Linux Distributions (Ubuntu, Fedora, openSUSE, etc.)
   * 4 GB RAM (memory) or greater   * 4 GB RAM (memory) or greater
-  * 100 GB hard drive (HDD or SSD) or greater (not applicable to Chromebooks)+  * 128 GB hard drive (HDD or SSD) or greater (not applicable to Chromebooks)
   * Webcam and Microphone   * Webcam and Microphone
   * 6 hours of battery life or greater   * 6 hours of battery life or greater
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 **As of May 2016, these are the most recent versions of common operating systems:** **As of May 2016, these are the most recent versions of common operating systems:**
-  * Apple iOS or later+  * Apple iOS 12 or later
   * Google Android 6.0 or later   * Google Android 6.0 or later
   * Windows 10 or later   * Windows 10 or later
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   * Modern Operating System   * Modern Operating System
     * Microsoft Windows 10 or later     * Microsoft Windows 10 or later
-    * Apple OS X 10.11 “El Capitan” ​or later+    * Apple OS X 10.13 //High Sierra// ​or later
     * Google Chromebox     * Google Chromebox
     * Various Linux Distributions (Ubuntu, Fedora, openSUSE, etc.)     * Various Linux Distributions (Ubuntu, Fedora, openSUSE, etc.)
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   - **Is it essential that I have Microsoft Office software (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) on my device?** While having these programs on your device might be beneficial due to their greater functionality compared to some free alternatives,​ they are not required. All devices need to be able to access and work with word processing, presentation,​ and spreadsheet files. The specific program you use is up to you.   - **Is it essential that I have Microsoft Office software (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) on my device?** While having these programs on your device might be beneficial due to their greater functionality compared to some free alternatives,​ they are not required. All devices need to be able to access and work with word processing, presentation,​ and spreadsheet files. The specific program you use is up to you.
   - **If I wish to have Microsoft Office software available on my device, should I purchase this before or after coming to MLC?** If the software is not included with the purchase of your device, it is suggested that you purchase the software after coming to MLC since it is available at a much lower cost to students through MLC. Further information is available on the [[http://​mlc-wels.edu/​network-services|MLC Network Services website]].   - **If I wish to have Microsoft Office software available on my device, should I purchase this before or after coming to MLC?** If the software is not included with the purchase of your device, it is suggested that you purchase the software after coming to MLC since it is available at a much lower cost to students through MLC. Further information is available on the [[http://​mlc-wels.edu/​network-services|MLC Network Services website]].
-  - **What should I do if there is a problem with my device while at MLC?** You are welcome to check with Network Services for direction.+  - **What should I do if there is a problem with my device while at MLC?** You are welcome to [[http://​mlc-wels.edu/​support|check with Network Services]] for direction.
   - **What responsibility will MLC take if my device is stolen and/or broken at MLC?** The student is responsible for the maintenance,​ repair, and security of his/her own device. MLC carries no insurance on the personal belongings of students.   - **What responsibility will MLC take if my device is stolen and/or broken at MLC?** The student is responsible for the maintenance,​ repair, and security of his/her own device. MLC carries no insurance on the personal belongings of students.
   - **May the students use 3G/4G/LTE as well as WiFi?** Yes, students may use their own data plans. There is no guarantee provided as to the signal strength of cellular providers on campus. MLC also has available to students a wireless network, which is safe and monitored.   - **May the students use 3G/4G/LTE as well as WiFi?** Yes, students may use their own data plans. There is no guarantee provided as to the signal strength of cellular providers on campus. MLC also has available to students a wireless network, which is safe and monitored.
network-services/policies/student-owned-devices.txt · Last modified: 2019/01/11 16:52 by Martens, Robert L