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Technology Requirements for Online Courses

Computer Systems

Computer Systems

Windows Systems

  • Required Operating System: Windows Vista, Windows 7 or newer – Recommended Windows 10
  • Required Computer monitor with a minimum resolution of 1024 x 768
  • Required Internet Speed 56k modem – Recommended DSL or cable connection with 1.5mbps or higher
  • Required Audio – 16 bit sound card and speakers
  • Java Runtime Environment – JRE v1.6 update 31
  • JavaScript Enabled
  • Cookies Enabled
  • Pop-ups Allowed

Macintosh Systems

  • Required Operating System Mac OS X v10.7 or newer
  • Required Computer monitor with a minimum resolution of 1024 x 768
  • Required Internet Speed 56k modem – Recommended DSL or cable connection with 1.5mbps or higher
  • Required Audio – 16 bit sound card and speakers
  • Java Runtime Environment – JRE v1.6 update 31
  • JavaScript Enabled
  • Cookies Enabled
  • Pop-ups Allowed
D2L Brightspace Browser Support

D2L Brightspace Browser Support

D2L is committed to performing key application testing when new browser versions are released. However, due to the frequency of some browser releases, D2L cannot guarantee that each browser version will perform as expected. If you encounter any issues with any of the browser versions listed in the tables below, contact D2L Support, who will determine the best course of action for resolution.

Maintenance browsers are older browser versions that are not tested extensively against new versions of D2L products. Customers can still report problems and receive support for critical issues; however, D2L does not guarantee all issues will be addressed. A maintenance browser becomes officially unsupported after one year.
Note the following:

  • Ensure that your browser has JavaScript and Cookies enabled.
  • For desktop systems, you must have Adobe Flash Player 10.1 or greater.
  • The Brightspace Daylight Experience features are now optimized for production environments when using the Google Chrome browser, Apple Safari browser, Microsoft Edge browser, Microsoft Internet Explorer browser, and Mozilla Firefox browsers.

Desktop Computers

D2L Brightspace is supported with these browsers (latestest versions) on both Windows and Mac OS

  • Google® Chrome™
  • Microsoft® Edge
  • Mozilla® Firefox®

     Apple® Safari® is also supported on Mac OS 


Tablets and Mobile Devices

D2L Brightspace is supported only on:

  • Apple® Safari® on iOS® for iPhone® and iPad®
  • Google® Chrome™ on Android™ OS for Android phones and tablets

 

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Office

You may install Microsoft Office on up to 5 computers and 5 mobile devices. Your license will only be valid while you are currently enrolled in SCC courses.  Microsoft Office 365 Installation Instructions 

Zoom

Zoom

Zoom is a conferencing cloud platform used for video and audio conferencing. Your instructor may require students to use Zoom to meet synchronously as part of class involvement.

System Requirements

  • An internet connection – broadband wired or wireless (3G or 4G/LTE)
  • Speakers and a microphone – built-in or USB plug-in or wireless Bluetooth
  • A webcam or HD webcam - built-in or USB plug-in or, a HD cam or HD camcorder with video capture card

Zoom Requirements & Supported OS, Devices, and Browsers

Zoom - Student Quick Guide466.91 KBpdf

Zoom Login info ASA

Kaltura MediaSpace

Kaltura MediaSpace

Kalture MediaSpace is a cloud-based video hosting platform available to all users with a StarID. Faculty staff, and students can upload media content to Kalture MediaSpace. Your instructor may require students to create videos for assignments and course work.
Log in to MediaSpace
Kaltura MediaSpace for Users Video Playlist
Kaltura MediaSpace User Guide

LockDown Browser

LockDown Browser

LockDown Browser® is a custom browser that locks down the testing environment within a learning management system. Your instructor(s) may require you to use this browser to secure online exams in D2L and will provide you with specific access information within the course.
https://web.respondus.com/he/lockdownbrowser/resources/

Windows Requirements:

  • Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7
  • 2GB RAM
  • 75MB of Hard Drive space

Mac Requirements:

  • OS X 10.10+
  • 512MB RAM
  • 120 MB of Hard Drive space

 

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