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To participate effectively in our distance learning courses, you must have full access to a reliable computer that is connected to the Internet. You will require full permission to use, change configurations, and install programs on the computer you will be using for the duration of the course.
You should also have a basic understanding of your computer and a basic understanding of browsers and the Microsoft Office applications. Although nothing replaces a good, paid, computer course, a good site that offers free training is http://www.gcflearnfree.org/computers.
Computer Requirements:
Your computer hardware and software should meet or exceed the following requirements:
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Operating System | Recommended: Windows 8 or higher | Recommended: Mac OS X or higher (please see Known Issues) |
Processor | Recommended: Pentium IV - 1.3 GHz (or better) | Recommended: G3/G4 (or better) |
Memory (RAM) | Recommended: 1 GB (or better) | Recommended: 1 GB (or better) |
Internet Browser | Recommended: Chrome or Firefox (latest version) Minimum: Firefox v23, Chrome v30, Internet Explorer v10, Safari v6 | Recommended: Chrome or Firefox Minimum: Firefox v16, Chrome v32, Safari v6 |
Office Suite | Required: | Required: |
Antivirus | See Top Antivirus for Windows | See Top Antivirus for Mac |
Internet Service | Recommended: Please note that it is strongly recommended that you have access to Internet from home. Expecting to access your course from your work internet or a public network like a library or coffee shop is not practical due to the high volume and tight deadlines that you can expect in some courses | Recommended: Please note that it is strongly recommended that you have access to Internet from home. Expecting to access your course from your work internet or a public network like a library or coffee shop is not practical due to the high volume and tight deadlines that you can expect in some courses |
E-Mail Capability | Access to e-mail through an e-mail program or web-based e-mail system | Access to e-mail through an e-mail program or web-based e-mail system |
Recommended Hardware when in residence |
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*RRU does not endorse nor support the 3rd party applications listed above. The apps and software listed above are suggestions only and should be used at your own discretion.
Please Note: Some courses may have additional and/or alternate computer requirements. Please check with the academic department for your program. If you will be accessing your course through your employer's network, please check with your work's IT department to verify computer and network access.
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