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CDS Technology Requirements

To participate in the online courses you will need a computer with the following specifications:

Minimum System Requirements for Windows:

  • Microsoft XP or Vista operating system
  • Microsoft Office 2003 or 2007
  • Internet Explorer and/or Mozilla Firefox web browser
  • Most current version of Flash Player
  • Most current version of Acrobat Reader
  • Up-to-date anti-virus software
  • 1.5 GHz Processor
  • 1 GB RAM for XP or Vista Home Basic
  • 2 GB RAM for Vista Home Premium/Business/Ultimate
  • 128 MB of graphics memory for Vista Home Premium/Business/Ultimate
  • Screen resolution set to 1024x768 or higher
  • DVD-ROM drive
  • USB or Firewire Web Cam (Logitech recommended)
  • USB Headset (Logitech recommended)
  • Accessible USB ports to plug in USB flash drives, webcams, microphones, etc.
Minimum System Requirements for Intel-based Mac:
  • Mac OS X operating system (version 10.5)
  • Boot Camp running Microsoft Windows XP or Vista operating system
  • Microsoft Office 2003 or 2007 for Windows or Office 2004 or 2008 for Mac
  • Internet Explorer and/or Mozilla Firefox and/or Safari web browser
  • Most current version of Flash Player
  • Most current version of Acrobat Reader
  • Up-to-date anti-virus software
  • 1.5 GHz Processor
  • 1 GB RAM for XP or Vista Home Basic
  • 2 GB RAM for Vista Home Premium/Business/Ultimate
  • 128 MB of graphics memory for Vista Home Premium/Business/Ultimate
  • Screen resolution set to 1024x768 or higher
  • DVD-ROM drive
  • Built-in, USB, or Firewire Web Cam (iSight recommended)
  • USB Headset (Logitech recommended)
  • Accessible USB ports to plug in USB flash drives, webcams, microphones, etc.

Additional Requirements

  • Internet access from a reliable ISP with live technical support and a high-speed connection, such as DSL or Cable
  • Reliable personal e-mail account
  • Document Scanner (with compatible software able to save to PDF, GIF, or JPEG format)
  • Fax machine (must be able to send faxes—does not have to be a dedicated fax number)

 

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