What Technology Will I Need?
- Students will need regular access to a computer with Internet access.
- Students may use computers located in the Library/Learning Resource Center at Glen Oaks Community College.
Technical Requirements
The following should be considered a minimum hardware configuration:
- A Pentium or PowerMac with a 28.8K or faster modem and 16 MB or more of RAM,
- 150 MB of hard-disk free space (i.e., for downloading a browser if your computer doesn't have one.).
- A DVD player is required for some courses.
- An Internet Service Provider (ISP) that offers reliable service with a personal e-mail account (Please be aware that some Internet Service Providers do not interface with Angel. Consult the Distance Learning Center, (888)-994-7818 ext. 308 for suggestions in this regard).
- A browser, Internet Explorer, or Firefox 2.0 or greater, that is able to run Java (including a Java Chat client), version 6.0 of these browsers are better choices.
- You may need a media player such as Windows Media Player, QuickTime & Adobe Acrobat Reader. If you click on the link, it will take you to their download area. These products are free. Once you have downloaded the software you need, hit your browser's "Back" button at the top of your browser to return to GOCC.