Computers
Laptops benefit from their portability and size. However, desktops are less expensive, easier to upgrade, less vulnerable to theft, and usually better suited to demanding applications. For more detailed advice, see Hardware Recommendations (for PC and Apple hardware) and Recommended Unix Hardware.
Visit the Apple, Dell (use member ID US44625481 for personal purchases and 84642998 for departmental purchases), CDW-G (for HP and Lenovo computers), or Sun pages in this Technology Marketplace site for additional information on shopping with these preferred vendors. A list of all preferred technology Vendors is also available.
