Computer Requirements

McWeadon is an online institution that requires students to have access and use of a computer, internet connection, and e-mail.  The following hardware and software is provided for your reference.  Our courses are compatible with both PCs and Macs. 

 

PC Requirements

Minimum	Recommended
Windows 98	Windows XP
250mHz Processor	400 MHz
64 MB RAM	256 RAM
4 GB Hard Drive	20 GB Hard Drive
15” VGA	17” SVGA
28.8 Modem	Broadband or High Speed Connection
Internet Explorer 5.5 Service Pack 2	Internet Explorer 6.0
Browser must be configured to work with Adobe Acrobat and RealMedia streaming – Cookies must be allowed
Word Processor	MS Word 2000 or 2002
Anti-virus Software	Anti-virus Software
Adobe Acrobat Reader 6.0 or newer

 

Macintosh Users

Minimum	Recommended
OS 9.X	OS 10.X
Power PC/G3 or above Processor	PC/G3 or above
64 MB RAM	256 RAM
	4 GB Hard Drive or above
15” VGA	17” SVGA or
28.8 Modem	Broadband or High Speed Connection
	Firefox 1.0X
Browser must be configured to work with Adobe Acrobat and RealMedia streaming – Cookies must be allowed
Word Processor	MS Word 2001or 2004
Anti-virus Software	Anti-virus Software
Adobe Acrobat Reader 6.0 or newer

 

Note other software may be required by the instructor for a specific course.  Your syllabus will identify if there are specific requirements.