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Notebook Program Options

You must bring your own PC or Mac notebook. The details about each option are as follows:

Bring A Notebook PC to TMC

Whether you already have a notebook PC or you are buying a new one, it must have the following minimum configuration specifications in order to meet TMC's notebook computer ownership requirement:

• 2 GHz CPU
• 2 GB RAM
• Microsoft® Windows® XP (Windows 7 recommended)
• 500 MB Free Hard Disk Space
• Built-in 802.11g Wireless or 802.11g Wireless Ethernet Adapter
• Productivity suite that can read and edit MS Word and MS Excel 2007 documents

Please note that this is the minimum configuration that can be used effectively on our network. If your current notebook does not meet the above minimum requirements, you will need to upgrade it or purchase a more powerful system before you arrive. If you do not have an 802.11g wireless card, you can purchase one from any computer store.

Information on Dell Education Discounts can be found at www.delluniversity.com

Information on memory upgrades for your PC can be found at www.crucial.com


Bring a Mac Notebook to TMC

If you choose to bring a Macintosh® notebook computer to TMC, the minimum specifications are as follows:

• 1.86 MHz Intel Processor or Greater
• 2 GB RAM
• Mac OS® X 10.5 or Greater (v.10.6 Recommended)
• Apple® AirPort® Extreme Wireless or Mac compatible 802.11g Wireless Ethernet Card
• Productivity suite such as iLife or MS Office that can read and edit MS Word and MS Excel 2007 documents

In order to connect to TMC's wireless network, we recommend that you bring a Mac notebook with an Apple® AirPort® card installed. If you do not have an 802.11g wireless card, you can purchase one from any computer store.

Information on Apple® Education Discounts can be found at www.apple.com/edu/masters

Information on memory upgrades for your Macintosh® can be found at www.crucial.com

Email additional questions to helpdesk@masters.edu.