Distance Learning

Technical Requirements

In addition to a basic level of computer and Internet literacy, certain minimum technical requirements must be met to enable a successful learning experience.  These technical requirements include, but are not limited to, the following: 

Minimum System Requirements:

Hardware
  • Pentium 4 processor or equivalent Mac system: Windows XP/Vista or Mac OS X (10.x).
  • Internet access with 56.6 kbps modem (minimum). A high-bandwidth connection is recommended.
  • 512 MB system Ram or greater is recommended.
  • 500 MB free disk space or sufficient storage.
  • Sound card.
  • CD-ROM.
  • For those courses with real-time instructional components only, an Internet chat headset with microphone.
Software
  • Web browser such as Internet Explorer, Mozilla, or Safari.  (Please note: Other browsers such as Netscape Navigator or AOL may work, but are not actively supported.) 
  • MS Office 2000 is the minimum standard. Microsoft software is available at a discounted student price from the NAIT Tech Store.
  • Virus detection/protection software.
  • Browser Plug-ins. Free versions are available for download.
  • A zip file expansion tool such as WinZip or Stuffit Expander. Some version of Windows XP and Vista contain a file expansion tool as part of the operating system.

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