Bring Your Own Device

Technology can be leveraged in accessing coursework and activities at a distance 鈥� including a workstation/laptop running a current Windows or MacOS operating system with integrated audio and video capabilities that will be used for video conferencing and secure exam administration and a reliable broadband internet connection.

The 麻豆官网首页入口 Division of Information Technology has provided recommendations for minimum requirements of computers in order to ensure a consistent experience with 麻豆官网首页入口 instructional technologies. Please note that these general guidelines are applicable for all 麻豆官网首页入口 students, however select programs may have more specific requirements. With that in mind, please confirm with your department/school to verify any specific requirements before making a purchase.

Please note that 麻豆官网首页入口 does not support or recommend the purchase of a Chromebook for academic coursework as many of the applications utilized in delivering instruction require software applications be installed directly on the device that are only available for Windows and MacOS operating systems. Similarly, while tablets and smartphones are helpful for on-the-go note-taking and messaging, they do not meet the requirements of 麻豆官网首页入口鈥檚 academic systems.

We understand that the challenges many of us are facing may present a hardship in purchasing a new computer and internet services.  To assist students experiencing financial hardship that do not own or have access to a computer that meets these requirements, 麻豆官网首页入口 has purchased a supply of laptop computers that can be checked out for the duration of a semester. Inquiries regarding the availability of a device should be directed to the IT walk up Help Desk in the Reese Library.

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 One Stop Help
University: 706-721-4000
Health System: 706-721-7500

Device System Requirements

 
  • Operating System:
    • Windows 10 Home or Pro ("streamlined" versions such as Windows 10S are not supported)
    • macOS 10.13 or higher
  • Surface Pro devices are approved, however Chromebooks, iPads, Android Tablets and 'non-Pro' instances of Microsoft Surface tablets are not compatible with required applications
  • Processor: minimum Intel Core i3 or equivalent
  • RAM/Memory: 8GB or higher
  • Storage: 128GB internal hard drive or larger (256+GB solid state drives preferred, but not required)
  • Features: computers must includes functioning webcam and microphone (often this is integrated/included with laptops and USB webcams can also be utilized).
  • Access to a broadband internet connection.

*Note: some programs may have additional requirements. Your course faculty will advise you on any additional course or program technology needs. 


Recommended

  • Headphones

  • Cat5e or Cat6 ethernet cable (suggested 5 feet or longer) with any needed adapters.

Educational Discounts from Apple and Dell

Students have flexibility to choose where they purchase their computers, but please make note of discounted educational pricing available to all 麻豆官网首页入口 students.

Broadband Internet Resources

 

麻豆官网首页入口 provides resources to establish service or alternative connectivity options for students that do not have access to broadband internet from their place of residence.

"Drive up" Wifi Locations

Allow students access to Eduroam WiFi networks on the Health Sciences, Summerville, Christenberry Fieldhouse, Georgia Cyber Center and the College of Nursing Athens locations.

Eduroam Interactive Map

A network of more than 10,000 hotspots at universities, research centres and other research and education institutions provided by all USG institutions and other institutes of higher learning as part of Eduroam.

Georgia Broadband Deployment Initiative

Information for students and families needing to get online during the COVID-19 outbreak, including resources for free public WiFi and getting internet at home

Library WiFi hotspots

More library resources that are still available when the libraries are closed can be found on

Comcast Xfinity hotspots

Wi-Fi hotspots that are open and free to use by anyone.

Comcast Xfinity鈥檚 Internet Essentials

Program is free for two months to new customers.