Support Site For Distance Learning Students

Software Requirements

The follow are the software requirements to use the eCollege Learning Management System:

Minimum PC Software Requirements   Windows 2000, NT, XP or VISTA   Netscape Navigator 7.1 (or later), Microsoft Internet Explorer  6.0 (or later), or AOL 9.0 (or later)   Word processing software, such as Word, Works or WordPerfect   Email capability (AOL, Earthlink, Hotmail, Yahoo, or one of many others)   Some type of virus protection like Symantec/Norton or McAfee   Some type of personal firewall like Symantec/Norton or McAfee   Some type of adware removal program like SpyBot Search and Destroy

Minimum Macintosh Software Requirements   OS 9.1, or later   Netscape Navigator 7.1, (or later), Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.2.2 (or later), or AOL 8.0 (or later).   Word processing software such as Word or WordPerfect   Email capability (AOL, Earthlink, Hotmail, Yahoo, or one of many others)   MACs are less prone to viruses.

 

Useful Media Plug-ins

Listed here are common plug-ins that may be required for your online course. Many of these may be installed on your computer already. You can run the Browser Test found in the Technical Requirements section of eCollege to download needed Internet Browsers or plug-in software free.  For the most up-to-date versions of these programs, please click on the links below.  Remember, these options are free.  You do note need to buy this software.

•   Real One Player  
    Plays online audio and video). NOTE: Look carefully for the FREE RealOne Player. There are several purchase offers on this site.