Muhlenberg is an IBM compatible campus. Students who prefer Macintosh may choose to bring their Mac to campus for personal use but will need to be a bit more self-sufficient. Macs are not being connected to the campus network at this time. Refer to the Macs at Muhlenberg brochure for more information. Desktop computers are larger and weigh more than a portable, but are generally less expensive and have a larger monitor.
Desktops remain ON the desktop because of their size.
Consider space limitations in the residence hall rooms when buying a desktop. Portables are small and light enough to carry to classes, the library or home to work on assignments. Unlike the desktop, portables are usually self-contained and require less space to use. Consider where you will want to use your computer when deciding between a desktop and a portable. Choose a computer designed for later upgrades of the processor and hard drive.