Technical Requirements for eLearning Classes


If you are taking on online course, this is a list of the minimum computer hardware requirements. You should also check with your instructor for any software requirements for your class.

PC

Mac

An Internet Service Provider*

An Internet Service Provider*

High-speed Internet connection strongly recommended High-speed Internet connection strongly recommended

Pentium III equivalent or higher

G4 equivalent or higher

56kkps V.90 modem - if on dial-up

56kkps V.90 modem - if on dial-up

500MB free space on the hard drive

500MB free space on the hard drive

128 MB of RAM or higher

128 MB of RAM or higher

Windows 2000, XP or Vista

Mac OS 10 or higher

CD-ROM with sound and speakers

CD-ROM with sound and speakers

Word processing software and other software as required**

Word processing software and other software as required**

Internet Explorer 7 OR Firefox 3

Firefox 3 ***


Blackboard does not support AOL's (America Online) or NetZero's web-browser.  If you use AOL or NetZero as your ISP, you will need to download Firefox (Mac or PC) or use Intenet Explorer 7 (PC only) .  After you have installed the new browser , you will need to connect to your ISP using the AOL or NetZero browser, then minimize the browser and open either the Firefox or Internet Explorer browser to access Blackboard (https://clark.blackboard.com).

** Some courses may require additional software. Please check the individual course listings for more information. Make sure your computer can support the required software.

*** Mac users should avoid any version of the Safari and Internet Explorer browsers. There are incompatibilities that will prevent some functionality required for complete access to Blackboard

 

Firefox Browser | Internet Explorer 7


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