Computer Requirements
PLEASE NOTE: Students are strongly encouraged to use a Windows laptop.
All students must use the Windows operating system to run required software applications that do not have Mac equivalents. These Windows-only applications range from statistical software packages to Excel plug-ins.
Your WFU Account
- You will receive an account activation e-mail shortly after your tuition deposit is processed (allow 5-7 business days).
- You must also enable Google 2-Step Verification within 30 days of account activation.
- Visit the activating your account page for more information.
Logging into WFU Systems
- Visit the logging into WFU systems page to learn about key sites you have access to before orientation and will use often during the semester.
Software Resources
- Visit the getting free software page to learn about free or discounted software you have access to as a WFU student.
Next Steps and Helpful Links
- Setting up 2-Step Verification
- Using Google 2-Step backup codes
- Configuring WFU Gmail on your iPhone or iPad
- Configuring WFU Gmail on your Android
- How to Manage Multiple Google Accounts
- Knowing how to change your password
- Password expiration/lockouts
- Knowing how to backup your data
- Equipment available for checkout
- Equipment and locker key checkout policy