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Computer Recommendations

For best performance on AQnet, we recommend your personal computer meet certain specifications. While these are not requirements, having or exceeding the following specifications will enhance your AQnet experience.

*Please note that antivirus software is required for AQnet use.  If you do not have an antivirus program for your AQnet computer, there are several free programs available such as AVG, AntiVir, and Avast!. Other programs that we support are F-prot, F-secure, McAfee, Symnatec, Panda, and Trend Micro.  Aquinas also recommends Ad-Aware, a free program that scans your computer for malicious software. Click here for more information and for setup instructions.

Windows Computers

  • 1.3 GHz Pentium IV Processor

  • 256 MB Ram (512 Preferred)

  • CD-RW Drive

  • 40 GB Hard Drive

  • Flat Screen Monitor (LCD)

  • Networking Capability including one of the following:

    • 10BaseT Ethernet capability

    • One open expansion slot for network card

    • PC Card slot for network card

    • USB port (Windows 98/ME/XP)

  • Windows XP Professional (with Service Pack 2)

  • Microsoft Office 2007

  • *Anti-Virus software
  • Sound Card and Speakers

  • Color Inkjet Printer

  • 25' Fast Ethernet RJ-45 Cable
  • Anti-spyware

Apple Computers

  • G4, G5, or Intel-based system

  • 256 MB RAM

  • ComboDrive or SuperDrive

  • 60 GB Hard Drive

  • Flat Screen Monitor (LCD)

  • OS X 10.4 or greater
  • Networking Capability

  • Microsoft Office 2004 or greater

  • Color Inkjet Printer

  • 25' Fast Ethernet RJ-45 Cable
 
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