When it comes to purchasing your own laptop or computer for school, it’s a user preference between a PC or Mac.
Macbooks or iMacs are recommended for students enrolled in graphic design and photography courses since they can accommodate the special software required for the courses.
If your classes do not require special design software, a PC model (HP, Dell or Lenovo) would be adequate. Some PC computers have a Windows operating system called 'S' mode. Devices with this operating system are not recommended because you can only buy and install applications from the Windows Store, which prevents access to some of the applications necessary for schoolwork at NWTC.
We DO NOT recommend purchasing a Chromebook or tablet-type device for use with school programs, applications, or software. These devices are not compatible with Microsoft 365 or other applications you may need to install or download, and have very limited storage capacity.
