Students are required to own a laptop or iPad while enrolled in a Binghamton University Exclusively Online Program. Students will be required to write papers, create presentations, record videos and take exams on their device. Students are expected to adhere to individual course-use policies.
Devices (minimum power and memory requirements)
The following requirements will ensure sufficient processing power and memory to run current versions of Microsoft Office and possibly more demanding applications such as an exam-testing platform.
Software
Students may be required to download and/or purchase additional software. If this is the case, students will be provided with instructions and links. Technology-related questions should be directed to Binghamton University’s Help Desk at 607-777-6420 or helpdesk@binghamton.edu.
Get Microsoft Office software free: Binghamton University provides Microsoft Office free of charge to students, faculty and staff for use on their personal computers and devices. To obtain this free software, you must have an active Binghamton email address. Visit the University's Information Technology Services Office 365 webpage for instructions and more information.
Review the Information Technology Services page for additional, helpful information.
