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DConline
Technical Information
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having a book, pen and paper for traditional classes, you will need to have
the required technology to take a DConline, eCollege course. Please use this
guide as a checklist of the necessary items. These technical items are
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BROWSER TEST
You will need to use an Internet browser to access
the online classes. Your browser will be required to run
certain applications. You will need a Java capable browser; minimally a
browser version 5.5 or better. Downloads for the newest browser versions
are free of charge. To upgrade your browser to the latest version on the
market, click on the appropriate link below.
Wondering if your browser meets the specs? Click on the
Browser Test to go to eCollege's site and test your browser.
Test
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BEST
VIEWED
To take advantage of the latest technology incorporated in this site,
and to minimize the need for additional plug-in downloads, eCollege
recommends using Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 or better on a PC and
4.5 or better on a MAC.
Click here to download Microsoft Explorer
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MINIMUM SYSTEM
REQUIREMENTS
To take full advantage of
the interactivity of the courses, the following system profiles are
REQUIRED:
Windows 95, 98, or NT90 MHz Pentium Processor
32 MB of RAM
28.8 kbps Modem
Sound Card
Speakers
MacOs 8.1 or Later
Power PC Processor (604 PowerPC minimum)
32 MB of RAM or more
28.8 kbps Modem
Speakers
You will need an Internet Service Provider (ISP). An
ISP is a company that can provide you with the software necessary for
getting onto the Internet. You will need Internet access to take your
courses.
You will need to establish an email address when you
sign up with an ISP. Check with your ISP if you do not know what your email
address is. Check out Yahoo! Mail or MSN Hotmail for information on these two free email
providers.
Note: Courseware cannot
be accessed using Web TV
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