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COMPUTER REQUIREMENTS
Students should have access to a computer with the following minimum requirements:
PC USERS
- Processor: Minimum Pentium III
- Memory: 1GB RAM minimum
- Hard Drive: 40 GB or more with 8GB free space preferred
- Modem: A cable or DSL connection is preferred
- CD-ROM: A CD-ROM reader
- Sound Card: SoundBlaster 32-bit compatible
- Video Card: SVGA 1024x768 resolution
- Monitor: 15 inch SuperVGA color monitor
- Operating System: XP, Vista
- Software: An active antivirus program and an office suite such as Microsoft Office
- Other: An Internet Service Provider (ISP) is recommended for access from outside the (312) area code. The student must secure an active UIC NetID and valid password upon initial registration.
MAC USERS
- Mac G4 or G5 running OS 10 (or higher)
- Minimum of 1 GB RAM
- 40 GB HD
* Please Note: If you are using Word 2007, it can cause difficulties when it comes time to share your documents electronically; therefore, you will need to save your documents in a format that is compatible with earlier versions for Word. Click here for further information.
