Computer Overview
This page lists all the hardware and software that you will need to participate in the Brightminds Online School .
Hardware Recommendations
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- Processor speed: 2.0 GHz or higher
- Memory: 2GB of RAM or more
- Free disk space on hard drive: 5GB or more
- Monitor: 1024 x 728 pixel resolution or better
- Microphone: An inexpensive microphone will suffice
- Speakers or headset
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- Windows 7 or higher
- OR MAC OS X 10.6 or higher
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- Adobe Reader: http://get.adobe.com/reader
- Java/JRE: https://www.java.com/en/download/
- Adobe Flash Player: http://get.adobe.com/flashplayer/
- QuickTime: http://www.apple.com/quicktime/download/
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- Microsoft Office Suite (with Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
- Internet connection: high-speed internet connection (not dial-up)
- Up-to-date anti-virus software
- Latest version of Internet browser (Firefox is recommended) with the following settings:
- Pop-ups are enabled
- Cookies are enabled
- Java is enabled
- JavaScript is enabled
- Security level set at Medium