<p>We need to get a laptop for my D for use at Vandy. She is a Music/Math major so it is my understanding that a standard laptop will do. My question is about the software for the laptop. I saw on Vanderbilt's website that students get Microsoft Windows and Office for free through the Vanderbilt software store. Anti-virus is free as well. Does that mean that I just need to purchase a laptop then download all the software mentioned above from home onto the computer?? Sorry I am not a computer person!! Also, does it make a difference if she uses Windows 7 vs. 8? Thanks for any help!!</p>
<p>Yep, purchase any laptop and download the software online. Windows 7 and 8 are both fine. I</p>