Help Desk
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must be directed to the university
coordinator for your university of choice.
Click the highlighted links to submit a request for technical
assistance, course and program inquiries, registration
status, or to view
courses approved for transfer from community/junior
colleges to universities and course equivalencies.
Computer Requirements for Online
Learning
Check the site of the institution you choose about
requirements specific to the institution (usually
by searching for "computer requirements."
Generally, as with most other major purchases, it
is good advice to choose a reputable brand from a
reputable source. The Gartner Group, an independent
provider of research and analysis on information technology,
lists quality manufacturers of Windows compatible
computers. The Gartner list contains brands such as
Dell, IBM, Compaq, Gateway and Hewlett-Packard. Although
not on the Gartner list, Howard Computers, based in
Laurel, Mississippi, is also worthy of consideration.
If you plan on purchasing an Apple computer, the Gartner
list does not apply since there is only one manufacturer.
Many computer manufacturers provide extended warranties
that cover problems beyond the normal warranty period.
ITS strongly recommends that you purchase a three-year
onsite warranty along with your new computer. Details
of these warranties will vary depending on the manufacturer.
The minimum browser requirements
are:
Internet Explorer 5.1 for the Macintosh
Internet Explorer 5 for the PC
Netscape 4.7 for the Macintosh
Netscape 4.7 for the PC
Mozilla Firefox 1.0.7 for Windows or Mozilla
Firefox 1.5 for Windows
Update to the latest browsers
:
If your computer can support a later version, it
is recommended you get the newest non-beta release
available.
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