Mobile Device – Early Childhood Education

The hardware requirements for the Early Childhood Education Program are a tablet or laptop computer.

Laptop Requirements:

  • Intel Core i5 or equivalent processor
  • 8GB or more of RAM
  • 250GB or larger SSD Hard Drive
  • 1 full size USB port
  • 15 inch or larger screen
  • Wireless 802.11ac
  • Windows 11 (Home, Educational, or Pro versions). Note: Windows 11S is not recommended for use at Algonquin College.

Your program has determined that a Windows based PC is required.
If you intend to use a Mac, you will be required to have your Mac laptop configured to run Windows based software.

For more information visit our Parallel software page.

For a list of recommended laptops sold through our Connections: The Campus Store that meet these requirements, see this page. You may choose any laptop as long as it meets the requirements listed above.