Technical Requirements

HARDWARE & SOFTWARE

IBM Computers and IBM Compatibles with Windows Operating System:

• Pentium Processor or better (Pentium 100 or better recommended)
• 32 MB RAM (32 MB or more recommended)
• Hard disk drive with minimum of 50 MB free (70 MB or higher free space recommended)
• 56k or higher recommended
• 256 color monitor
• Windows operating system
• Word processing program: Microsoft Word (either singly or as part of Microsoft Office) or Corel WordPerfect (NOTE: Microsoft Works is not supported)
• If you plan to enroll in a computer applications course, access to the entire Microsoft Office Professional Suite is required.
• Internet Explorer 5 or higher; Netscape Navigator 4.7 or higher.

• Macintosh Power PC Processor (166MHz or better recommended)
• 32 MB RAM (32MB or more recommended)
• System 7.1 (System 8.1 recommended)
• Hard disk drive with minimum of 50 MB free (70 MB or higher free space recommended)
• 56k or recommended
• 256 color monitor
• Word processing program: Microsoft Word (either singly or as part of Microsoft Office) or Corel WordPerfect (NOTE: ClarisWorks, AppleWorks and Microsoft Works are not supported.)

INTERNET SERVICE PROVIDER

Internet access is a requirement for taking Internet courses. If you do not currently have Internet access, please make arrangements with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Services vary among ISP's, so consider the cost, time you will spend online, accessibility, speed, ease of set up and components of the provider's basic service. Also, make sure that the provider includes SLIP or PPP services as part of their Internet package; this is required for full Internet access with graphics capabilities. You must also have an active e-mail account to take Internet courses.

VIRUS PROTECTION

Quality virus protection software is required. This software is especially critical if you are accessing coursework from a computer on a network that is not protected by regularly updated virus-protection software. Virus protection software provides computer systems protection against potentially damaging computer viruses. New viruses appear on a frequent basis; keep your virus protection software current by installing upgrades as they become available.