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Hardware and Software

This category contains knowledge articles that relate to general computer hardware (laptops, desktops, external peripherals, etc.), desktop software (MatLab, Mathematica, SPSS, etc.), Printing and Scanning/Copying.

Categories (8)

Computer Purchases

A collection of articles with information on purchasing a computer as a student or an employee with recommendations for laptop types.

CAP

Computer Allocation Process is the process by which computers are replaced and new equipment can be requested for faculty and staff.

Software

Information and support articles about software for faculty, students and staff.

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Mobile Devices

Assistive Technologies

Smart Devices

Information on Smart Devices including smart speakers, lights, AI assistants (Alexa/Siri/Google Home).

Virtual Workstations

Information about Amazon Workspaces and Microsoft Remote Workstations

Remote Workstations

Information on Connecting to Remote Workstations

Articles (4)

Information Technology Hardware Locker

Personal Computer Security Guide for MacOS

Personal Computer Security Guide for Windows 10

Whole Disk Encryption - FAQs