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Landscape Architecture
Suggested Computer Minimums
Below are suggested
minimums for Macintosh and Windows computers.
These examples are not meant to be endorsements of one brand over
another.
The Landscape Architecture Department uses both Apple and Dell systems.
Apple
Windows
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The following specifications are suggested
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Operating System: OS X 10.2.x – OS X
10.4 (be sure to install Classic)
Processor (CPU): G4 – G5
Processor (CPU) speed: greater than or equal to 1.2 GHz
RAM: 512 MB
Hard drive: 40 GB – 80 GB
Optical drive: SuperDrive
Firewire 400 (comes standard)
Wireless networking: AirPort Extreme
Ethernet: 10/100BASE-T Ethernet (comes
standard)
Modem: Internal 56K (comes standard)
Technical Support: AppleCare Protection Plan (3 years)
Software: Microsoft Office 2004 |
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Additional hardware recommendations: |
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It is strongly advised that students
have 1 or 2 of the portable (also called mobile),
40 GB – 80 GB (or more), USB/Firewire drives
for file backup and transport. These drives are only
approximately 5 in. long x 3 in. wide x .65 in. thick;
they get their power from the USB or Firewire port
they are plugged into, so don't need an electrical
outlet to work; and they are very light and compact.
(click here for an example). |
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Students might also find it useful
to have a jump drive. These are tiny drives, usually
not much longer than 2.5 in., and are very convenient
for quickie file transfers. They come in sizes from
128 MB to 4 GB. A suitable minimum size for study
purposes would be between 512 MB and 1 GB. These drives
should not be used for archival or backup purposes. |
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Digital photographs are more frequently being used
by students to enhance their concepts and designs,
as well as to record scenes and details in the field.
There are many types of cameras to consider, but minimum
features would be: 4 to 5 megapixels, zoom, lithium-ion
batteries, battery charger, one or two 128 MB –
256 MB memory card(s). |
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Additional software options: |
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The department's student computer lab runs all the most
current software students will need to complete their coursework.
If students would like to purchase their own software, however,
visit the
LA Computer Lab page to get
an idea of what applications to consider. |
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Most academically priced computer
hardware and software are available through The
Cornell Store's
Technology Connection. |
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SketchUp can be purchased online
from
@
Last Software. |
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VectorWorks CAD can be purchased online from
Nemetschek. |
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The following specifications are suggested
computer minimums: |
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Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP Professional
(SP2 w/ media)
Processor (CPU): Intel Pentium M 735 – 760
Processor (CPU) speed: greater than or equal to 1.2 GHz
RAM: 512 MB
Hard drive: 40 GB – 80 GB
Optical drive: 8X max DVD+/-RW Combination Drive
Firewire 400 interface (also called
IEEE 1394) (some resellers may not have heard
of this type of interface,
but it is a very good option to have) (for more info, visit
the 1394
Trade Association page)
Wireless networking: Intel® PRO Wireless 2200 or 2915
Ethernet: 10/100BASE-T Ethernet
Modem: Internal 56K
File system: NTFS
Technical support: Promo 3 Yr Limited Warranty plus 3 Yr NBD On-site
Service and CompleteCare
Technical support: Gold Technical Support, Latitude, 3 Years
Software: Microsoft Office 2003 |
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Additional hardware recommendations: |
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It is strongly advised that students
have 1 or 2 of the portable (also called mobile),
40 GB – 80 GB (or more), USB/Firewire drives
for file backup and transport. These drives are only
approximately 5 in. long x 3 in. wide x .65 in. thick;
they get their power from the USB or Firewire port
they are plugged into, so don't need an electrical
outlet to work; and they are very light and compact.
(click here for an example). |
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Students might also find it useful
to have a jump drive. These are tiny drives, usually
not much longer than 2.5 in., and are very convenient
for quickie file transfers. They come in sizes from
128 MB to 4 GB. A suitable minimum size for study
purposes would be between 512 MB and 1 GB. These drives
should not be used for archival or backup purposes. |
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Digital photographs are more frequently being used
by students to enhance their concepts and designs,
as well as to record scenes and details in the field.
There are many types of cameras to consider, but minimum
features would be: 4 to 5 megapixels, zoom, lithium-ion
batteries, battery charger, one or two 128 MB –
256 MB memory card(s). |
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Additional software options: |
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The department's student computer lab runs all the most
current software students will need to complete their coursework.
If students would like to purchase their own software, however,
visit the
LA Computer Lab page to get
an idea of what applications
to consider. |
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