We strongly recommend that you get a laptop computer<\/strong>. You are going to be studying and connecting to classmates and professors at home, in the office, in hotels if you are on the road, and here at Mitchell Hamline when you come to campus. Get a laptop,\u00a0and get it set up to fit your work style, and you\u2019ll have that same experience wherever you are.<\/p>\n Good news: Whether you prefer a Mac or a PC<\/strong>, you are good. Both are compatible with the online components of our\u00a0programs. You\u2019ll want a full-size laptop. You need a screen big enough to do more than one thing at a time\u2014you might be watching a professor\u2019s lecture, following a link from the professor, and typing notes simultaneously. See specifications below.<\/strong><\/p>\n You will need a quiet, comfortable place to set up your computer for online interactions. You\u2019ll need a webcam with a microphone<\/strong> (most laptops have this built in). Laptop speakers aren\u2019t great. Get a good set of headphones or speakers<\/strong>.<\/p>\n When you come to campus, antivirus software<\/strong> is required before you may access Mitchell Hamline’s wireless network<\/strong>. If you do not already have antivirus, you may download\u00a0Microsoft Security Essentials for free.<\/p>\n Microsoft Security Essentials<\/a><\/p>\n The platform for online coursework in our programs is Canvas. To learn more about Canvas, check out the Student Guide linked below. If any Canvas related issues arise, please consult the listed Canvas Support page for troubleshooting options.<\/p>\n The platform for remote proctoring of exams and other assessments is Meazure Learning (Proctor U). If any remote proctoring issues arise, please contact the listed support page for trouble-shooting options.<\/p>\n Proctor U support<\/a><\/p>\n Your Computer We strongly recommend that you get a laptop computer. You are going to be studying and connecting to classmates and professors at home, in the office, in hotels if you are on the road, and here at Mitchell Hamline when you come to campus. Get a laptop,\u00a0and get it set up to fit … <\/p>\nOff Campus<\/h2>\n
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\n \nSpecification<\/th>\n PC Minimum Requirements<\/th>\n PC Recommended Requirements<\/th>\n Mac Minimum Requirements<\/th>\n Mac Recommended Requirements<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n Operating System<\/strong><\/td>\n Windows 11<\/td>\n Windows 11<\/td>\n Mac OS Sonoma or higher<\/td>\n Mac OS Tahoe<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n CPU<\/strong><\/td>\n Intel Core i5 quad-core processor (11th Generation) or AMD Ryzen 5000 series<\/td>\n Intel Core i5 quad-core processor (13\/14th Generation) or AMD Ryzen 7000 series or later generations<\/td>\n M1 or newer<\/td>\n M3 or newer<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n RAM\/Memory<\/strong><\/td>\n 8 GB<\/td>\n 16 GB<\/td>\n 8 GB<\/td>\n 16 GB<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Storage<\/strong><\/td>\n 256 GB<\/td>\n 500 GB<\/td>\n 256 GB<\/td>\n 500 GB<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Monitor\/Display Resolution<\/strong><\/td>\n 1366×768<\/td>\n 1920×1080<\/td>\n 1366×768<\/td>\n 1920×1080<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Network Connectivity<\/strong><\/td>\n 3 Mbps (3072 Kbps) upload and download speed (Hotspots discouraged for testing)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Webcam<\/strong><\/td>\n 720p<\/td>\n 1080p (Full HD)<\/td>\n 720p<\/td>\n 1080p (Full HD)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Speakers<\/strong><\/td>\n Built-in or external speakers are required (Headsets not allowed for exams)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Web Browsers<\/strong><\/td>\n Current release of Chrome (recommended), Safari, Edge, Firefox. Guardian Browser (Meazure Learning) and Respondus LockDown Browser must be installed separately for exams when required.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Unsupported Devices<\/strong><\/td>\n Chromebooks, tablets, and Linux devices are not supported and should not be used as a primary computer. Computers used for exams must be personally owned and have administrator access available. Employer-supplied devices are not supported.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Exams<\/strong><\/td>\n Students may be required to install Meazure Learning (ProctorU) and Respondus LockDown Browser on their personal computer. During proctored exams: webcams must remain on, headphones and headsets are not permitted, only one monitor may be used, and all other applications must be closed. Exams may not be taken inside a virtual machine, through Apple Boot Camp, or with remote-access software (TeamViewer, AnyDesk, etc.) installed. Windows 10\/11 in “S mode” or “SE” is not compatible with exam software. External monitors will not be permitted when using a laptop.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"