Minimum Computer Recommendations for Taking Online Courses
In order to take an online course, you should have access to reliable internet. Additionally, you must have access to a computer or laptop that meets the following requirements:
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External Hardware: Keyboard, Mouse, Web Camera*, Microphone, Speakers/Headset
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*Web Camera: We suggest you use the embedded web camera in your laptop or any standard web cam purchased and manufactured within the last 5 years.
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Hardware requirements differ from browser to browser and should be verified when installing the browser.
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Web Browsers (Any of the following):
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Chrome (latest Chrome version):
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MS Edge (latest MS Edge version):
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Firefox (latest Firefox version):
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Safari (latest Safari version): For macOS, iOS, or iPadOS only
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If you do not have access to a computer, please look into the Loaner Laptop Program. Learn more about it at the following link (https://www.mercy.edu/about/information-technology/laptop-hotspot-program) or contact your PACT Mentor.