UHD - Discounts on Computers and Software Purchases

Discounts on Computers and Software Purchases

Faculty, Staff and Students Personal Purchases

Several hardware and software vendors offer special discounted prices for computers and software to the University of Houston-Downtown faculty, staff and students. Below you will find links to some of those vendors' sites.

Check out UHD-IT's Special Training Sessions on Technology Purchases at http://www.uhd.edu/computing/ttlc/training/currentschedule.htm.

Microsoft Office Ultimate 2007 Special Offer to Students:

Students can purchase Microsoft Office Ultimate 2007 directly from Microsoft for $59.95. More details about this offer are available at www.theultimatesteal.com

Vendors that offer special discounts to UH-Downtown faculty, staff & students:

		UHD Bookstore
			UH Cougar Byte

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IMPORTANT: Information Technology encourages you to always compare prices and quality with other programs and vendors before making your purchase.

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Recommendations by UHD-IT for a new computer (as of October 9, 2007):
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Operating System: Windows XP Home or Professional
Processor: Intel P4, Intel Core 2 Duo, Celeron or AMD Athlon
Speed: 2 GHz or higher (depending on the processor selected)
Memory/RAM: 1 GB or higher
Hard Disk Space: 80 GIG or higher
Display: 17" LCD or larger
DVD-RW
Network Connection: Ethernet network card for high speed Internet connection and Modem for dial-up service (if needed)
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Other items to consider:
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Extended Warranty
Surge Protector (highly recommended)
Printer and Printer Cable (sold separately)
Microphone
USB Flash Drive
Media to backup your data (external hard disk, DVDs, CDs, etc.)
Anti-Virus Software (free to faculty & staff)
Anti-Spyware Software (available on web free)
Office Productivity Software such MS Office (free to faculty & staff)
ISP (could be bundled free with purchase, but watch out for long term contracts)

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Please note that the University of Houston-Downtown does not endorse any specific equipment or software vendors for personal purchase/use, nor can it be held responsible or liable for any personal purchases or agreements between the users and the vendors. The information on this page is provided to assist UHD faculty, staff and students on finding discounts on personal computer and software purchases.
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