Evaluating
Your Computer System
Below are the standards that need to be met in order to
take
fully online courses from S P U
What is the recommended hardware?
What software do I need?
What Plugins do I need?
Why do I need to meet these specs?
What if I'm not sure if my system is adequate?
Recommended Hardware
PC
- Pentium IV or compatible processor
- 512 MB RAM recommended
- True color (24/32 Bit) at 1024 x 768 resolution
- Windows XP
- Sound card
- Speakers
- 56K modem or faster Internet access, (i.e. cable, DSL)
- Internet Service Provider with web and email access
Macintosh
- G4 800
- 512 MB RAM recommended
- Millions of colors (24/32 Bit) at 1024 x 768 resolution
- OS X 10.2 and higher
- Speakers (Optional if built-in speakers are adequate for listening
to audio)
- 56K modem or faster Internet access, (i.e. cable, DSL)
- Internet Service Provider with web and email access
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Recommended Software
Plugins
Some courses use specific plugins in order to enable course content
to be displayed.
Why do I need to meet these specs?
Online courses at SPU utilize progressive technology to enhance
course delivery, instruction and learning. Therefore, it is recommended
that all participants in an online course have consistent access
to both hardware and software capable of supporting learning. By
ensuring that your computer system meets the following recommendations,
you will be able to focus on the subject matter of the course rather
than the technology. Due to the rapid changes in technology, we
recommend that, if you are considering upgrading your computer system,
you weigh the costs and benefits of purchasing a new system.
What if I'm not sure if my system
is adequate?
If you have any questions as to the viability of your current computer
configuration for fully online courses, please contact
us.
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