Computer Specifications for Distance Learning

Windows Operating System:

Intel 486/66 MHZ

1.0 GB hard drive

Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0

28.8-56Kbps V.34 voice/data/fax modem

8-10x high-speed CDRom drive

16 bit sound card

2 MB video card

 

Ink jet printer (Note: it is not necessary to have a printer to complete online learning modules.  However, many students have found this to be a nice convenience.

 

 

Access to the Internet:

 

You will need to have access to the Internet via your chosen Internet Service Provider (ISP)

 

AOL has caused compatibility problems with WebCT.

 

The College of St. Scholastica has a special subscription rate with CPInternet, an ISP providing service in many areas of Minnesota.

 

World Wide Web Browser:

 

Once you have gained access to the Internet, you will need to have a Web Browser.  We recommend the most current version of Microsoft Internet Explorer (IE) and Netscape.  Currently, Netscape 3.0 or greater and IE 4.0 or greater are supported by WebCT.

Macintosh Operating Systems

             Macintosh systems are not compatible with our Distance Learning programs.