# University Technology Recommendations

**Technology** (hardware and software) and **Internet access** will be key to course success in your academic journey! Please check the following list to be certain you have the technology needed to be successful in your courses.

#### Internet Access

You should make arrangements to have access to the Internet, preferably high-speed Internet, for your courses. A wired, high-speed, Internet connection (Ethernet), is highly recommended, especially when taking a quiz or exam!

#### Operating Systems

- Windows – Windows 10 or later
- Mac – macOS Ventura (13) or later
- Mobile – iOS/iPadOS or Android

Please note that **Chromebooks** run off of their own operating system(ChromeOS) and are unable to download programs (i.e. Office 365, Respondus LockDown Browser, etc.) that you may need during your time here at A-State. We strongly recommend that you purchase a Windows machine or a Mac instead as Chromebooks may not support all applications required in your courses.

#### Mobile Devices

Please note that while many of the latest mobile devices (phones/tablets) may allow you to access coursework, it is not recommended to rely solely on these devices. Completing most course assignments will require a computer.

#### Software

- Microsoft 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) – A-State has secured for you access to the latest Microsoft 365 software for both Windows and Mac. For more information, please visit our **<span style="text-decoration: underline;">[Microsoft Office](https://kb.astate.edu/books/microsoft-365)</span>** page for more information!
- Students are welcome to use Mac applications (i.e. Pages, Keynote, Numbers); however, please plan to convert these documents to the Microsoft file types prior to assignment submission. This course technology requirement also applies to Google Docs, Slides, and Sheets.
- For completing coursework in Canvas, the following <span style="text-decoration: underline;">**[recommended web browsers](https://community.canvaslms.com/t5/Canvas-Basics-Guide/What-are-the-browser-and-computer-requirements-for-Instructure/ta-p/66)**</span> should be used.

#### Additional Computer Hardware

A webcam, microphone, and speakers (can be internal hardware already available on your computer) are also recommended for success in most courses.