Boston College supports both Mac and Windows computers. Chromebooks and Tablets may not be the right choice for your primary computer on campus.

At this time, macOS Sequoia (v. 15) is not supported at BC.
Do not upgrade to Sequoia.

Mac

BC recommends:

  • Students: macOS Sonoma (v. 14) or macOS Ventura (v. 13) with the latest system updates.
  • Faculty & Staff: macOS Sonoma (v. 14), macOS Ventura (v. 13) or macOS Monterey (v. 12) with the latest system updates.
     
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Tip: You should always backup your computer before you upgrade to a new operating system.

Windows

BC recommends:

  • Students: Microsoft Windows 11 or Windows 10 with the latest system updates.
  • Faculty & Staff: Microsoft Windows 11 or Windows 10 with the latest system updates.
     
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Tip: You should always backup your computer before you upgrade to a new operating system.

Chromebooks and Tablets

Chromebooks and Tablets (Android, iPad, Kindle Fire) may not be the right choice for your primary computer on campus. Limitations include:

Mobile Devices

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Beta Software

BC does not support beta software and does not recommend using beta software as your primary operating system or for software that is critical for you.

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