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Accepted Computer Operating Systems: Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7 (if you already own it) and Mac OS X Sierra (10.12) or higher. Although some assignments and tasks can be accomplished on other types of devices, such as your smartphone, iPads, tablets, Kindles and Chromebooks, you will not be able to do most of your MNOHS course work on them. You need regular access to a Windows or Mac computer to fully participate in your MNOHS classes. Click for more information: Detailed computer requirements. If you can't afford a new computer, refurbished business computers work very well and can be found for under $200. Choose a computer with Windows 8.1 or 10 with 4 GB of RAM or higher. |
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Affordable ComputersPCs for People Locations in St. Paul, Mankato, Grand Rapids and Brainerd Ability Built Computers |
Affordable InternetInternet Essentials by Comcast PCs for People low cost internet EveryoneOn offers broadband service to income-eligible families Comcast is offering free access to their hot spots for the next 60 days to all including non-subscribers. The city of Minneapolis is offering free access to their WiFi in response to COVID-19. Spectrum has a COVID-19 Internet Offer For Students University of Minnesota offering internet access CenturyLink |
COVID-19 Affordable devices for your other family membersBecause of COVID-19, MNOHS students may need to share computers that they were using on their own. The following is a link on purchasing a Chromebook at a reduced price: https://mnafterschool.org/chromebooks Please note this doesn't replace our requirement for a computer with Windows 8.1 or higher or Mac OS X Sierra or higher. |
