Computer Requirements for Students

SUNY Geneseo requires incoming freshmen or undergraduate students who expect to graduate with the class of 2011 or later to bring a notebook computer to Geneseo.

Minimum Configurations for Windows and Macintosh Computers

Operating System: Windows 7 Home /  MacOS X 10.7 or higher

RAM: 4GB

Recommended Configuration for New Purchases

Operating System: Windows 7 or Windows 8  / MacOS X 10.8

RAM: 8GB

Network: Integrated Ethernet connection and 25 foot ethernet cable for on-campus residents. Wireless network card (802.11 A/B/G/N) for use in academic buildings, the Library, and student gathering areas.

Office Suite: Microsoft Office (available for FREE to Geneseo students from software.geneseo.edu)

Antivirus Software (Windows): Microsoft Security Essentials or commercial product

Reference: Frequently Asked Questions

Application: Laptop Loan for Financially Disadvantaged Students

Reference: Wireless Network

Policy: Student Notebook Requirement