NYMC students are required to have a Windows or Mac laptop with the specifications outlined below to support both in-class active learning activities and computer-based examinations. Tablets, iPads, and iPhones are not compatible or supported.
Students are also required to have a functional webcam and microphone to permit active participation in the delivery of online components of the curriculum, including small and large group discussions facilitated using Zoom and/or other conferencing software. Students are responsible for maintaining a virus/spam-free laptop. The requirements and specifications below ensure adequate operation during your required laptop sessions. Failure to meet the specifications below may result in compatibility and/or performance issues that are the responsibility of the student to rectify. It is recommended that students consider having a secondary electronic device available for emergency use.
Software and Other Requirements:
- Microsoft Office 365 Login with your Touro email address (TouroOneUsername@student.touro.edu) and your TouroOne password.
- Web Browser (most current version of Google Chrome)
- Zoom Web Conferencing software (most current version)
- Adobe Acrobat Reader (latest version)
- LockDown Browser - Respondus
- Reliable high-speed Internet access and power from your residence to access the school’s learning management system and for online remote learning and assessment activities.
Hardware Requirements:
Windows or Mac Laptop:
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No more than 4 years old at any point in time as an enrolled student is recommended
- 8GB of RAM is required, 16GB or more is recommended
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At least 10 GB of free space is required
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Windows 11 version 25H2 or macOS 26 (Tahoe) is required
- Wi-Fi 11ac 5-Ghz or better is required
- Power adapter is required
- High-Definition Webcam and Microphone is required
- High-Definition Screen is required
- Administrator level account permissions is required
