Suggestions for student computer equipment
INTEL Architecture
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Username subject |
Office automation |
Advanced |
high performing |
|---|---|---|---|
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Processor |
Intel Core I3 |
Intel Core I5 |
Intel Core I7 |
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CPU generation |
12th or higher |
13th or higher |
13th or higher |
|
report Ram |
8 Gb |
16 Gb |
16 Gb |
|
HD |
512Gb SSD |
512Gb SSD |
SSD 1Tb |
|
card Graph |
Integrated |
Integrated |
Dedicated 4 Gb |
|
Resolution |
1366 x 768 |
1920 x 1080 |
1920 x 1080 |
|
Webcam |
Integrated or USB |
Integrated or USB |
Integrated or USB |
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Username/subject |
Office automation |
Advanced |
high performing |
|---|---|---|---|
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Intensive computing: Econometrics, simulation, finite element, R, Matlab |
x |
x |
|
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Marketing, Image Rendering, Video Editing |
x |
x |
|
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Manipulation of data advanced, multivariate statistics |
x |
x |
|
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Advanced Office |
x |
x |
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Literature, Law: Writing and Web Surfing |
x |
In case of doubt, a laptop with average performance can be purchased for €600-800 at major computer stores. For example, a laptop with an additional external screen (€120), keyboard, mouse and headset (€25) can provide a very suitable environment for work . It is advisable to take care of postural hygiene with an ergonomic desk chair.
Headphones/microphone (Headset)
An important aspect when choosing a headset is the ergonomics, the noise cancellation availability and the connection to the PC via USB. Minijack is not recommended, due to compatibility problems, adapters, configuration, etc.
Headphones for sporadic use can be headphones subject earphone, while for intensive professional use they are usually subject headband by USB. They are inexpensive and isolate notably from external noise, reducing feedback, echoes, etc.
Webcam
Although many laptops come with their own camera which meets most needs, if the computer is older or desktop, it may require the installation of an external webcam USB (about €50).
Mainly attention should be paid to its resolution, which will be HD or higher, leaving aside other features such as optical zoom, or wide angle, which will only bring us value for very specific uses.
Internet connection
Nowadays it is essential to have adequate access to the Internet as it is the medium where we will usually find our tools at work. A stable Internet connection is recommended, either by ethernet cable, or in the vicinity of a wifi access.
If an internet connection is not available where you are, you can access the internet on an ad hoc basis via your own smartphone, sharing the contracted data connection with other devices.