We provide information and demonstrations on popular computers and software and can help you identify your hardware and software needs. Prices and availability subject to change. The University of Wisconsin-Madison does not require that undergraduate students own a computer. If a course requires the use of a computer, on-campus facilities with the necessary equipment and software are available.
Some graduate programs require students to own a personal computer.
This requirement is in place so students can include the price of a computer as part of their financial aid. Most InfoLabs include Macintosh and PC computers and printing facilities. Several labs also include special facilities for multimedia work. All lnfoLabs provide WiscWorld software for access to email and the Internet, as well as popular word processing, spreadsheet, and statistical software packages. Computer use in the InfoLabs is free for UW-Madison students, staff, and faculty.