Webster University: Move-In Guide

Computer & Technology Information

Internet Access

All student residences come equipped with active Internet ports. You will need an Ethernet cable (RJ45). These are available at any computer store and will also be available to purchase on campus on move-in day.

Wireless Internet Access (WiFi)

Wireless access is not available in the residence halls. Student may bring their own wireless routers to create a wireless network in their room; however, you must reference the Help Desk student information page for proper router setup instructions.

There are several wireless hotspots around campus. Information can be found at http://www.webster.edu/helpdesk/hotspots/.

Requirements for Accessing Webster WiFi
Supported Operating Systems	Windows XP Professional Edition Macintosh OS 10.3 or higher
Compatible Wireless Adapters	Must support b/g standard

Suggested Computers

While we do not have a standard for computers that students bring on campus, we do have some suggestions and guidelines.

Note: If you are in a specific program (e.g., interactive digital media) we STRONGLY encourage you to check with your program director or department to find out what the computer requirements/suggestions are for that program.

Windows PC
Hardware
Processor	600 MHz Pentium III or better (minimum required to run Windows XP Pro)
Memory	256 MB (minimum required to run Windows XP Pro)
Hard Drive	20 GB or more (minimum required to run Windows XP Pro
Ethernet Card	10-Base-T or 100-Base-T Ethernet card
Removable Media	We suggest some type of removable storage device such as a USB or Firewire thumb drive.
Software
Operating System	Windows XP Pro is the preferred operating system. Note: Webster University does not support Windows XP Home Edition.
Word Processing or Office Software	Microsoft Office is the most popular package and is available to for students to purchase at a significant discount through Webster’s special Microsoft licensing program. Open Office is a free office suite comparable to Microsoft Office available at http://www.openoffice.org.
Anti-Virus Software	Any anti-virus software as long as it can be set to update automatically. A free anti-virus software for Windows can be found at http://www.clamwin.com/
Spyware/Adware Detection & Removal Software	Any spyware/adware detection and removal software. The two programs that Webster recommends are Spybot and AdAware both of which have free versions available for Windows.

Macintosh
Hardware
Processor	G3 or better
Memory	256 MB minimum suggested
Hard Drive	20 GB or more
Ethernet Card	10-Base-T or 100-Base-T Ethernet card
Removable Media	We suggest some type of removable storage device such as a USB or Firewire thumb drive
Software
Operating System	Mac OS X is preferred
Word Processing or Office software	Microsoft Office is the most popular package and is available for students to purchase at a significant discount through Webster’s special Microsoft licensing program. Open Office is a free office suite comparable to Microsoft Office available at http://www.openoffice.org.
Anti-Virus Software	Any anti-virus software as long as it can be set to update automatically Two products that we suggest are Norton Anti-Virus commercial software and ClamXAV Anti-Virus, which is a free, open-source application that can be found at http://www.clamxav.com.

Telephones

Webster University residence halls and student apartments are equipped with VoIP (Voice Over IP) technology. This means that all telephone traffic is routed through the network infrastructure. However, you will still use a traditional telephone to make and receive phone calls. You will also have a direct dial telephone number, not an extension.

Suggested Telephone Equipment
Telephone	Any touchtone telephone should work with our system. We cannot, however, recommend or support any specific brand or model. Telephone cord (RJ11)
Answering Machine	Phone service *does not* include voice mail. You may bring a tape or digital answering machine to hook up to your phone.