PRCC computer
recommendations Here at PRCC, we know that many of you want to bring your own computer to campus. Here are some helpful recommendations to ensure that your device is optimized for use on all of PRCC’s campuses. We have what you need at the Wildcat Den! The Wildcat Den (PRCC’s bookstore) offers several laptop configurations which are known to work well with the educational software and electronic textbooks in use at PRCC. Some forms of financial aid can also be used to purchase computers from the bookstore. Make sure you have the right web browser & software We recommend that Firefox, Java and Adobe Flash Player be installed. The Firefox web browser should be installed first. You should then use Firefox to download and install Adobe Flash Player. » F irefox is available for free at www.firefox.com » Java is available for free at www.java.com
We also highly recommend to have a smartphone for multi-factor authentication.
FREE Microsoft Office Microsoft Office 365 is available to PRCC students. Once you have your PRCC email account, you can register for and install this software package. » Office 365 can be accessed for free at http://www.prcc.edu/informationtechnology » This offers a savings of roughly $80/year » The registration link can be found to the bottom left of the webpage
Computer Specifications
If you do not wish to purchase a computer from the Wildcat Den bookstore, the following list of hardware should be used as a guide to ensure the hardware you plan to use meets the recommended minimums. » Dual Core Processor » 8 GB DDR3 1600 MHz RAM » 8 02.11 AC Wi-Fi Adapter »W ebcam »W indows 10 64 Bit » 1 28 GB HDD » Bluetooth
Chromebooks are not supported in most classes at PRCC because of their limitations. It’s highly recommended that students use an updated Windows computer or Mac. STAY COVERED WITH A WARRANTY Due to how often a personal computer is used as part of the higher education learning process and because accidents happen, we recommend an upgraded warranty that includes coverage for accidental damage. 18
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