<p>mw4hsk, thanks for the link, that is the same list we got at CWE. I’m curious how much of the listed architecture software apps did your daughter use during her first year? My son is under the impression that he needs to buy all of the software now, so he’s wanting to not spend as much on the laptop to save money for software. But other than MS office, I’m thinking that he probably won’t be using the CAD software until he’s in the professional program so doesn’t need to scrimp on the hardware right now.</p>