Below are the minimum requirements for TurboTax Basic 2013 software installed on a Windows computer.
Processor: 1 GHz 32-bit (x86) or faster processor. Operating System: Windows XP Service Pack 3+/ Windows Vista/ Windows 7/Windows 8 Administrative rights required RAM: 1 GB or more recommended Monitor: 1024x768 or higher recommended. Internet Connection: 56 Kbps modem (Broadband connection highly recommended). CD-ROM Drive: 2X CD-ROM drive; Not required for Download/ESD products Hard Disk Space: 515 MB for TurboTax (plus up to 1.5 GB for Microsoft .NET 4 client if not already installed). Third Party Software: Microsoft .NET 4 (included with TurboTax Installer); Adobe Reader 8 or higher. Administrative rights required. Printer: Any Windows compatible inkjet or laser printer.
Mac CD/Download Products:
Below are the minimum requirements for TurboTax Basic 2013 software installed on a Mac computer.
Processor: Multi core Intel Processor with 64-bit Support. Monitor: 1024x768 screen resolution. RAM: 1 GB. Operating System: Mac OS X v10.6.8 or later (64-bit required)/Mac OS X v10.7.5 or later. Hard Disk Space: 360 MB for Federal plus state product. Internet Connection: 56 Kbps modem (Broadband connection highly recommended). CD-ROM Drive: 2X CD-ROM drive; Not required for Download/ESD products Printer: Any Macintosh-compatible inkjet or laser printer.
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Coaches you through every step
Customized to your situation
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No tax knowledge required, asks easy questions you already know the answer to
Coaches you through every step so you're confident it's done right
Expert help if you need it (fees may apply)
Double-checks your return to help you get the deductions and credits you deserve and avoid triggering an audit
Customizes to your situation with an experience tailored to you that searches for the latest deductions and credits based on your job, family, and life
Before you file, TurboTax completes thousands of checks on your return to help you avoid triggering an audit
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Get your taxes done right with TurboTax.
TurboTax coaches you every step of the way, double checks your return and answers any questions you may have, so you can be confident you're getting your maximum refund.
There's no tax knowledge required. TurboTax asks questions that are easy to understand and answer.
Customized to your situation. TurboTax treats you as an individual and provides an experience tailored to you by searching for the latest deductions and credits based on your job, family, and life.
Up-to-date with the latest tax laws, including information on the impact of the new healthcare laws on your taxes.
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