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2. System Requirements

Moodle (Modular Object-Oriented Dynamic Learning Environment) is Selkirk's Learning Management System (LMS). You may have access to your syllabus, course calendar, assignments and other course materials and functions via Moodle. Moodle is a web-based program; therefore, you will need a computer with Internet access and an Internet browser to use Moodle for your course. 

These basic computer requirements are a general guideline for all courses. It is important to check with your instructor for specific hardware and software required for the course and/or program you are registered in.

Recommended System Requirements:

• minimum 2 GB of RAM
• 1 GB of free hard disk space
• Display: 1024 x 780 resolution
• Highest display color quality
• Windows XP or better, Mac OSX
• Internet Service Provider with Cable or ADSL line

Note:  Mobile devices and tablets are not recommended for completing or submitting course activities.  Connection to Cloud services for file submissions is not supported at this time.

Computer Requirements:

For all computers:

1. Web browser (Mozilla Firefox is highly recommended)
2. Sound card with speakers or headphones may be required
3. Printer (not required)
4. JavaScript must be enabled.  See Mozilla support at: (http://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/javascript-settings-for-interactive-web-pages)
5. Cookies must be enabled.  See Mozilla support at: (http://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enable-and-disable-cookies-websitepreferences)
6. Pop-up blocker is turned off.  By default this setting is 'on'.  See Mozilla support at:  (http://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/pop-blocker-settings-exceptions-troubleshooting)

Browser Requirements

• Mozilla Firefox works best with Moodle. Other browsers such as Internet Explorer, Chrome or Safari may be used, but may not support all functionalities in Moodle, such as online quizzes and the HTML editor.
• All browsers should have JavaScript, Cookies, and Pop-ups enabled (do not block Pop-ups). See information above.

Software Recommendations: (Click the links below to download these applications)

• Mozilla Firefox (http://www.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/new/)
• Adobe Acrobat Reader (http://get.adobe.com/reader/)

Additional requirements:

• Microsoft Word is a requirement for some programs