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Computer Specifications

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

Minimum Hardware Requirements

  • Minimum Pentium IV - 2.0 GHz (2.8GHz or higher is recommended)
  • Minimum 256 MB RAM (512MB is recommended)
  • Video Card with 8MB of VRAM
  • 500 MB of free hard disk space
  • 16-bit sound card with good quality speakers
  • DVD-ROM drive with 4x minimum (16x recommended)
  • A minimum 1200dpi Scanner
  • Headphones with a built in microphone
  • Accessible USB ports to plug in USB flash drives, webcams, microphones, etc.
  • USB Video Camera (DirectX compatible)
    • For example, Ezonics EZ Cam III USB Web Cam, Logitech QuickCam Messenger

Internet Service Provider Requirements
  • Internet access from a reliable ISP with live technical support and a high-speed connection, such as DSL or Cable
  • A personal e-mail account

Software Requirements

  1. Microsoft XP Home Edition or Professional Version
  2. Microsoft Office XP

Free Software

Software Recommendations

  • We strongly recommend that you have antivirus software, such as Symantec Norton Antivirus 2003 for Windows

Other Requirements

  • VCR
  • Fax machine (must be able to send faxes)

 

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