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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 16:52] (current) Martens, Robert L [Laptops/Notebooks/Convertibles] |
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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 9 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.) | ||
| * 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 | ||
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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. | ||
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