To participate in CourseLine®, the following is recommended:
Hardware
A PC with a Pentium III, 600mhz (or comparable) processor with the following specifications:
- 32 megabytes of RAM or better
- A sound card
- Access to the internet
- A printer is not required but is highly recommended
- 56Kbps modem
While these hardware recommendations should provide trouble-free
access to our web site, it is suggested that you have your computer
checked by a qualified technician and, if needed, upgraded before
beginning your course.
Software
- Windows 98, Windows NT, Windows 2000, or Windows XP
- Internet Explorer 5.0+
- Windows Media Player
- Macromedia Flash
- Macromedia shockwave
In order to fully experience each component of the CourseLine® system it
is important to make sure you have the most current Microsoft updates for your computer.
Click the following link for updates, Windows Update.
Browsers
- Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or better.
- Netscape Navigator 7.0 or better.
Note: CourseLine® cannot be accessed using WebTV.
CourseLine® pages will look and work best if you are using the
latest version of Internet Explorer which can be downloaded directly from
Microsoft at:
http://www.microsoft.com
Note: Certain
browser plug-ins are required. These can be downloaded once you
have enrolled.
Connectivity
If you do not have Internet access you will need to have an account with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). If the provider you choose has a dial-up number, which is local to you, you will not incur any additional phone charges.
It is recommended
that your Internet service be accessible from either at home or
at work. Your local library or university may offer accessibility,
but we suggest this not be your primary source for going online.
CourseLine®
cannot be responsible for the reliability of your Internet connection,
so it is important to ensure your local provider can offer consistent,
quality service. For a directory of ISPs in the continental United
States,
click here.
Email
You will also
need e-mail capability which can be arranged with your Internet
Service Provider.
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