Software Requirements
It is recommended that you have the Microsoft Office Suite when taking any online course. Depending on your course you may be able to use other word processing, spreadsheet, or presentation software. If you are unsure what is acceptable, contact your instructor before your class begins.
Browser Requirements
Check Your Browser - This page from Blackboard has the most up-to-date information about which browsers are compatible and how to correctly set up your browser.
UNCW currently uses Blackboard Vista 4 to deliver courses online.
Hardware Requirements
These are the minimum hardware requirements for using WebCT/Blackboard as a student or designer:
PC Platform
| Operating system | Windows XP |
|---|---|
| Processor | Pentium IV, minimum 1.0 GHz (gigahertz) or faster |
| Memory (RAM) | 256 MB |
| Available Hard Disk space | 2 GB |
| Modem Speed | 56K V.90, High Speed (strongly recommended) |
| Monitor | 15" Color monitor or larger |
Macintosh (Apple) Platform
| Operating system | OS 10.1 |
|---|---|
| Processor | PPC G4 700 Mhz or faster |
| Memory (RAM) | 256 MB or more |
| Available Hard Disk space | 2 GB |
| Modem Speed | 56K V.90, High Speed (strongly recommended) |
| Monitor | 14" Color monitor or larger |
Recommended Viewers
Some class materials require you to have plug-ins installed on your computer so that you may be able to view or open them. Below is a list of some plug-ins that you might need, as well as links where you can download them.
Adobe Acrobat Reader
http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/
Java
Flash Player
http://www.adobe.com/go/getflashplayer
QuickTime
http://www.apple.com/quicktime/download/
RealPlayer
http://www.real.com/
Shockwave
http://www.adobe.com/shockwave/download/download.cgi?
