We strongly recommend that all Temple Law students have a new or recently purchased laptop during their time in law school. The guidelines below outline the technology requirements to ensure compatibility with the software and applications used for coursework, exams, and other academic or extracurricular activities. Please note that the required exam software supports only genuine versions of Windows Operating Systems and MAC OS.
Laptop Hardware
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel: Core™ i5 AMD: Ryzen™ 5 Apple Silicon M1 | Intel: 7th or 8th generation Core™ i5 or Core™ i7 AMD: Ryzen™ 5 or higher Apple Silicon M2 or above |
| Memory | 8GB | 16GB |
| Storage | 256GB | 512GB or higher |
| Graphics | Mac: Intel Iris® Plus Graphics Windows: Integrated Intel HD | Mac: Intel Iris® Plus Graphics Windows: Integrated Intel HD |
| Wireless | 802.11 b/g/n/ac | 802.11 b/g/n/ac |
| Operating System | Mac: MacOS Sonoma (14) Windows: Windows 11 (64-bit) Education or Pro | Mac: MacOS Sequoia or higher Windows: Windows 11 Pro (64-bit) |
| Video Conferencing | Webcam, Microphone, Speakers | Webcam, Microphone, Speakers, Headset |
| Display | 1920×1080 (1080p Full HD) 11” Screen | 1920×1080 (1080p Full HD) or higher. Display size is a matter of personal preference. Some students will want a smaller and lighter laptop, while others will prefer a bigger screen with a higher native resolution. |
| Battery | 4 hours | 4-6 hours Longer battery life is better |
| Warranty | 3-year hardware warranty | 4-year hardware warranty with additional damage protection |
OWLTech
Students can purchase computer and other technology at OWLtech, Temple’s on-campus technology store. For more information, see the OWLTech website at https://shopowltech.com.
Internet Connectivity
We strongly recommend a reliable, continuous internet connection with a minimum speed of 20 Mbps for downloads and 10 Mbps for uploads. While this exceeds the minimum requirements for Zoom, strong connectivity is essential for a smooth and effective online learning experience.
- Please note – Currently the recommended hardware and software above are only supported. Exam software will not work on other devices (eg. iPads, Snapdragon processors)