For certain classes, there may be a requirement to run Microsoft Office on a Windows operating system. The current requirement is for Office 365. This can be run on Windows 11.
Mac users represent a growing population across campus. Students who wish to use an Apple laptop should be aware of some limitations. Not all class software is compatible with the Mac OS. Students using Macs may need to purchase and/or install additional software in order to use Windows within the Mac OS.
Hardware:
Software:
macOS Tahoe 26.0 or newer (when released)
• macOS Sequoia 15.5 or newer
• macOS Sonoma 14.7 or newer
• macOS Ventura 13.7 or newer
• macOS Monterey 12.7 or newer
• macOS Big Sur 11.7+ and Catalina 10.15.7+ may also be supported with earlier versions
Notes
• Older macOS versions aren’t officially supported for the latest Parallels Desktop release; updating macOS is recommended for best compatibility.
For more information please visit the Parrallels Desktop Support Site
Mac users may use the VDI to access Windows-only software, specialized applications, or systems that require a secure, controlled environment.
Note: You will need to install PingID and then authenticate to get access to this program.
The minimum system requirements for installing and using Omnissa Horizon Client are as follows:
Hardware requirements:
Note: Performance may vary based on network quality and the resources assigned to the virtual desktop.
Software Requirements:
Please visit https://mydesk.ou.edu/. to download.
Additional Notes
Personal laptop computers are an essential component of the Price College learning environment and are used extensively to support instruction, coursework, collaboration, and communication between students and faculty. Students majoring or minoring in business are strongly encouraged to have a personal laptop that meets or exceeds the recommended system requirements established by Price College. Many business courses require the use of specialized software applications both inside and outside the classroom, including Microsoft Excel Desktop, AI-enabled productivity tools, statistical software, financial modeling applications, coding environments, and secure testing platforms. Students are expected to bring their laptops to class when required by instructors.
All devices need a minimum of:
Note: For laptops with the minimum 512GB hard drive specification, we strongly recommend having an external hard drive for backups and extra storage. Alternatively, we suggest that students save their files on OneDrive (cloud-based storage), which is provided to every student at OU free of charge. A 1TB storage drive is recommended for students who prefer to store large files and applications locally.
Modern business education increasingly incorporates AI-assisted productivity and analytics tools. Students are strongly encouraged to purchase devices capable of supporting current and emerging AI-enhanced workflows throughout their academic career. Devices with newer AI-capable processors (such as Intel Core Ultra, AMD Ryzen AI, and Apple Silicon M-series chips) are recommended for optimal long-term performance and compatibility.
Helpful Resources
• OU Office 365 Access
• OU IT Software Support
• Microsoft OneDrive
• Respondus LockDown Browser Support
• Price College IT Help Desk
NOTE: Individual courses or instructors may require additional software, browser configurations, or technical specifications beyond these minimum recommendations.
Price College students can check out Windows Laptops from the kiosk located in Price Hall’s Clary Lounge. The checkout period is 4 hours, with a $30 overdue fine charged per hour if not returned on time. Laptops overdue by more than a day will result in a fine for the sticker price of the laptop.
| Component | Specification |
|---|---|
| Processor: | Intel(R) Core(TM) Ultra 5 125U, 1300 Mhz, 12 Core(s), 14 Logical Processor(s) |
| Operating System: | Windows 11 Education |
| Memory: | 16 GB of RAM |
| Networking: | Wireless Internet |
| Hard Drive: |
All students enrolled in a Price College course are eligible to use any of the Price College Computer Labs.
All users of the Price College Computer Labs must abide by the guidelines set forth in the Rules of Prohibited Conduct outlined in the University of Oklahoma Student Code. All users must also abide by the rules set forth by the Price College Dean and Price College Computer Lab Management.
As the Price College computer labs are supported by student fees assessed on business courses any work performed in the Price College Computer labs which is unrelated to the Price College may be deemed inappropriate and disallowed by the Computer Lab Management. Work may be reviewed by lab personnel at any time.
All students that are enrolled in a Price College course are eligible to logon to the Price College Lab system.
Students logon to PCB lab computers by entering their OUNetID(first 4 letters of their last name + last 4 numbers of their studentID). New students may go to http://accounts.ou.edu to activate a new account, change account preferences, and change their OUNetID password.
To do so, enter the following information:
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The Price College Computer Labs are reserved for students enrolled in a Price College course.
Charges for lab use are included in the general tuition fees.
Yes, each Price College student contributes to the support of the Price computer labs.
Yes. Some courses utilize the computer labs for part or all of their class work. During such times, students not enrolled in the class will not be able to use that particular lab.
Price College has a laptop checkout program for its students. Twenty-four Dell Latitude 5450 laptops are available for check out with the use of the kiosk in Clary Lounge (located across from the Advising offices). They may be checked out using a valid OU Student ID, and you must read and accept the Loaner Laptop Terms of Use electronically each time you borrow a laptop. Digital receipts and communication will be sent to your student email account.
The laptops are intended for use within Adams Hall or Price Hall only, and there is a four-hour limit for a single checkout; late fees accrue after the time limit, which are outlined in the Loaner Laptop Terms of Use.
You can check in the undergraduate programs office in Price Hall 1010. They have a lost and found at their front desk.
If you have any additional questions, please call the Price College of Business Tech Center at: (405) 325-4476.
