When purchasing a computer, we recommend that Tippie College of Business students buy a Windows-based computer. There will be required software in many classes that have only a Windows version available.

Suggested specifications for purchasing a new computer

• Operating System: Windows 10 or higher
• Portability: laptop (as opposed to desktop computer) strongly recommended
• Memory: minimum of 16GB RAM
• Processor Speed: minimum of Intel Core i5 or equivalent
• Hard Drive/SSD: 256 GB (512GB or larger recommended)
• Wireless: any card that supports 802.11 n/ac protocols and WPA2 Enterprise
• Webcam/Microphone: laptops with built-in webcams/microphones recommended (may use a USB headset or external webcam if supported)