Comments are welcome. This document is designed to provide guidelines and recommendations for the acquisition of workstation computer hardware and software for typical Campus administrative users. Some individuals and departments may require more specialized configurations. Most common office productivity applications benefit most from additional memory.
Cache memory improves performance.
Systems should also include a 1.44MB floppy disk reader. Systems used off campus should be configured with a modem. It is adviseable to configure laptop systems with both. In addition to warranty, on-site service is recommended. ITS offers service and support for most systems on an annual contract basis.