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Online Technology Requirements
Technology Requirements for Online Courses
In general, students enrolling in online course should be comfortable using the computers and browsing on Internet. Students should also have a basic understanding of how to send and receive emails (with and without attachments). If you have any concerns about your technical ability to take an online course, please contact your advisor and seek guidance.
Minimum Hardware Requirements:
Students taking an online course will need access to a computer and an Internet connection.
Recommended Specifications:
Following minimum hardware and software specifications are recommended:
Computer (Desktop/Laptop/Notebook):
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PC |
Macintosh |
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Processor |
1.2 GHz or greater processor |
1.2 GHz or greater processor |
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RAM |
256MB or Greater ( We suggest a minimum of 512MB) |
256MB or Greater ( We suggest a minimum of 512MB) |
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Display |
Color video display card Color monitor (the courses are best viewed at 1280x1024 resolution) |
Color video display card Color monitor (the courses are best viewed at 1280x1024 resolution) |
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Operating System |
Windows® 98, ME, 2000, XP, |
Mac OS 9.2 or higher |
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Online classes may also have audio components, which will require the following: |
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Sound Card |
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Speakers and microphone, or a headset (to use computer audio) |
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Internet Connection and Browser Requirements |
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Broadband Internet Connection for online access (Check with your service Provider for what speeds are available in your area) Examples of broadband include but are not limited to: Cable, DSL, Fiber optics, Satellite…) |
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Internet Explorer 6.0 or greater (Later versions of Netscape work as well) or Firefox |
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Software Requirements |
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MS Office or OpenOffice |
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Adobe Acrobat Reader |
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Windows Media Player / Real Player |
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