Students at UB are required to have access to a computer and printer. Although ownership is not required, the majority of students will find these recommendations essential for successful completion of program coursework.
We recommend Windows or Apple laptops or computers. At this time, UB does not support or recommend purchase or use of a Chromebook.
Technology Requirements
Computer Spec Minimum - Windows Laptop Windows 11 (64-bit) - keep your OS up to date - (Windows 11 24H2 is not supported) Intel i5, i7 series processor 8GB RAM or higher 500GB hard drive or 256GB SSD drive WebcamEarbud headphones with microphone recommended
Computer Spec Minimum - Mac Laptop OS 15 (Sequoia) - keep your OS up to date Intel i5, i7 or Apple M series Processor 8GB RAM or higher 500GB Hard Drive or 256GB SSD Drive WebcamEarbud headphones with microphone recommended
Broadband Specs - REQUIRED 1MB download speed 1MB upload speed
Software Specs - REQUIRED Adobe Reader Free (Uncheck McAfee install box) Microsoft Office 365 - Windows or MAC Zoom video conference software Free Licensed version for UB Students
Software Specs - Recommended
Other Strong Recommendations Printer & scanner 32GB flash drive (portable backup)
Optional Second computer monitor to setup a dual monitor system (good for laptop systems)
Technology Requirements
Computer Spec Minimum - Windows Windows 11 (64-bit) computer - keep your OS up to date - (Windows 11 24H2 is not supported) Intel i5, i7 series processor 8GB RAM or higher 500GB hard drive or 256GB SSD drive Web cameraEarbud headphones with microphone recommended
Computer Spec Minimum - Mac OS 15 (Sequoia) - keep your OS up to date Intel i5, i7 or Apple M series processor 8GB RAM or higher 500GB hard drive or 256GB SSD WebcamEarbud headphones with microphone recommended
Broadband Specs - REQUIRED 1MB download speed 1MB upload speed
Software Specs - REQUIRED Adobe Reader Free (Uncheck McAfee install box) Cisco Secure Client Microsoft Office 365 - Windows or MAC SPSS (Latest version) At instructor’s request (don’t purchase it until you need it for a class) Yearly license fee Zoom video conference softwareFree Licensed version for UB Students
Software Specs - Recommended
Other Strong Recommendations Printer 32GB Flash Drive (portable backup) External Hard Drive 1TB (data collection backup)
Optional Second computer monitor to setup a dual monitor system (good for laptop systems) Pricing includes any UB discounts (if applicable).