Hardware Guidelines
Software Guidelines
Windows Operating System (XP, Vista, 7)
- Browser
- Mozilla Firefox 3.6
- Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 or 8
- Office Productivity Suites
- Word processing (Microsoft Word 2003 or later, Microsoft Office 2003 or later, OpenOffice)
- Browser Viewers and Players
- Other software may be required. Please consult the course syllabus.
Mac OS X (Tiger, Leopard, Snow Leopard)
- Browser
- Mozilla Firefox 3.6
- Safari 4 or 5 (not compatible with all university systems)
- Office Productivity Suites
- Word processing (Microsoft Word 2004 or later, Microsoft Office 2004 or later, OpenOffice)
- Browser Viewers and Players
- Other software may be required. Please consult the course syllabus.
Required Browser Settings
Please consult the browser documentation for specific procedures
- Cookies must be enabled
- JavaScript must be enabled
- Disable popup-blocking for each service (e.g. Moodle)
- Disable additional Toolbars (AIM Toolbar, Google Toolbar, Yahoo Toolbar, etc.) as they can interfere with IUP online services
- Install Java Runtime Environment (JRE)
Connectivity Guidelines
IUP online services are best utilized when accessed via high-speed/broadband Internet connection such as DSL, cable modem, or other high-speed service. Dial-up service may be an option for course material and collaboration that does not rely on media rich content. Please consult the course syllabus for media-rich course material or connectivity requirements.
Other Media Players and Viewers
