Linux

Below are the recommended specifications for students who intend to keep a computer for four years without a major upgrade.

Operating System	Supported distribution with the latest security package upgrades Kernel version 5.18
Processor (CPU)	Intel Core i7 / AMD Ryzen 5
Graphics (GPU)	Integrated graphics
Memory (RAM)	16 GB
Storage	512GB (SSD) with at least 15% free
Networking Hardware	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) wireless capabilities (including Desktop PCs)
Software	Active and updated antivirus software; updated web browser

Below are the minimum required specifications for any Linux computer to be used on UCSC networks.

Operating System	Supported distribution with the latest security package upgrades Kernel version 5.4
Processor (CPU)	Intel Core i5 / AMD Ryzen 5
Graphics (GPU)	Integrated graphics
Memory (RAM)	8 GB
Storage	128 GB flash storage (SSD) with at least 15% free space
Networking Hardware	Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) wireless capabilities (including Desktop PCs)
Software	Active and updated antivirus software; updated web browser