What type of hardware and internet connection do I need? Does the course require any special software?

Operating Systems

The following operating systems are supported by our webinar platform, Zoom:

  • macOS X with macOS X (10.10) or later
  • Windows 11 (version 5.9.0 or higher)
  • Windows 10 (Home, Pro, or Enterprise only. S Mode is not supported.)
  • Windows 8 or 8.1
  • Windows 7
  • Ubuntu 12.04 or higher
  • Mint 17.1 or higher
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6.4 or higher
  • Oracle Linux 6.4 or higher
  • CentOS 6.4 or higher
  • Fedora 21 or higher
  • OpenSUSE 13.2 or higher
  • ArchLinux (64-bit only)
  • iOS, Android, Blackberry, and Surface PRO 2 (running Windows 8.1 or higher) mobile devices

If you are using an unsupported operating system you will not be able to join the live webinar sessions that make up some of the best content of the course, so please do not register for courses unless you will be upgrading your operating system before the course begins.

Internet

We recommend that you use a computer with a DSL or Cable modem connection, or a mobile device with a fast connection. Satellite connection is usually too unpredictable for participating in webinars.

Software

You do not need any special software for the course, beyond an up to date internet browser (Firefox, Safari, Chrome, Edge, etc.) and a small free download you will be automatically prompted to complete in order to access webinars on Zoom. It is helpful, but not strictly necessary, to have Microsoft Office (for Word and Excel documents) but your instructor can get around this if you don't have it.

Hardware

You DO need to have functioning speakers for the webinars. While it’s helpful to have a working mic, it is not necessary.

A more detailed list of system requirements can be found on the Zoom website.

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