Computing Hardware and Software

Description

MCLA offers various services to its community to aid in computing. Through a special license agreement with Microsoft, MCLA now offers Microsoft software to all faculty, staff and students. Other offerings include a discount laptop which is provided as part of MCLAs Laptop Initiative program. Owners of this program laptop are entitled to full on-site repair services through the MCLA Computer HelpDesk.

Information about Computing Hardware/Software

• MCLAs Laptop Initiative - How to purchase the Laptop Initiative program laptop.
• Laptop Minimum Hardware Requirements - Minimum laptop requirements for MCLA students.
• Core Supported Software Guidelines - official list of MCLA supported software.
• Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) - Information about MCLA's desktop virtualization service.
• Dynamic Forms - Learn about MCLA's paperless workflow system
• Microsoft Office Lens - Learn about this app that enables you to use your phone as a document scanner.

Computing Hardware/Software Guides

• Install Sophos Antivirus
• Install Office 365 ProPlus
• Purchasing the Dell/MCLA program laptop
• Student Laptop FAQ
• Installing the International Keyboard in Windows XP/Vista - This guide will help you configure your Windows system to type Spanish accents.
• VMware View - Download and installation instructions for MCLA's virtualization environment.
• YOURLS - MCLA's URL Shortener
• Access to Adobe Creative Cloud - Faculty/Staff Only

FAQ about Computing Hardware/Software

• My computers software is completely beyond repair! How do I reformat and reinstall Windows?
• My computer came bundled with a network cable, but it doesn't fit the wiring in my house.
• A part of my Dell laptop broke! What do I do?