Recommended Computer Requirements (personal)

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Minimum Configuration
Intel Core i3 processor – 12th gen (or comparable AMD CPU) [1 GHz, 2 cores]
8 GB RAM
256 GB Solid State Drive (SSD)

Recommended Configuration – If you are purchasing a new laptop
Intel Core i5 processor – 12th gen or later (or comparable AMD CPU) [2.5+ GHz, 4+ cores]
16+ GB RAM
512+ GB Solid State Drive (SSD)

Some Engineering software is not compatible with Macs, so Windows is recommended.
If you anticipate running CAD applications, be sure to purchase a PC with a dedicated GPU.