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Hardware:

Computer: Pentium class PC or Macintosh, at least 128 MB of RAM. It is recommended that Macintosh users have 256 MB of RAM

Modem: A 56Kbps modem is preferred if dialing up for Internet Access..

Internet Service Provider (ISP): You must be connected to the Internet by an Internet Service Provider that offers a reliable direct PPP connection or any broadband service such as DSL or Cable.

E-Mail: You are provided with a College of Lake County student e-mail address that you can use for communication in your online course.

Software:

Web Browser: We try to design the site with all browsers in mind but we recomend that you use the most recently released version of your favorite browser. If you don't know what version you are using please use the browser check below. If you need an upgrade for Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla's Firefox they are available for download online. Please visit Microsoft or Mozilla to upgrade now.

*A note for America Online users. You can log-in through A.O.L and then browse the web with any web browser that you choose. The CLC Online website and course pages are optomized for use with Firefox or Internet Explorer. America Online has published a F.A.Q. regarding this issue.

Some courses may have additional hardware and software requirements. Check the course syllabus for details.