To be a successful online learner, you will need access to a computer with the following:
- A processor of 2.4GHz or faster
- 4 GB of RAM (8 GB of RAM recommended)
- A high-speed Internet connection (1.5 Mbps upload and download required; 5 Mbps or better preferred)
- Monitor and video card with 1024 x 768 or greater resolution
- Keyboard and mouse (or equivalent i/o device)
- Speakers/Headphones and a Microphone
- A web camera capable of video web conferencing
- Noise-canceling headphones to join meet-ups (optional)
Please note: The use of public access computers (for example, at the public library) or employer-provided computers may result in slowness or errors (timeouts or access problems) when accessing course materials. Public computers may not permit access to certain course materials or systems due to security limitations.
Operating System
- Microsoft Windows 10 or newer
- Apple macOS 10.14 or newer
- Web browser
- Google Chrome, the latest version, is recommended.
Software
- Microsoft Office or access to GSuite (Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.)
- Adobe Reader, the latest version, is recommended.
- Antivirus software, updated regularly, is strongly recommended.
- Local administrative privileges on the computer may be required to allow for software installation and to configure computer settings.
If you do not have access to a computer with these requirements, you can request a loaner laptop by filling out this form:
Code Louisville: https://forms.gle/iMnnfkLR6QEsHKCY6
Code Kentucky: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Q4ADMg406i-stqVx_-SmQ6Zfc8cu9wspsq5PlD0HpA0/viewform?edit_requested=true
Please note: The loaner laptop must be returned at the end of the course.
