"100 Things Every Online Student Ought to Know"

Point #27

"Can a browser prevent you from acessing your online course????"


Yes in deed!! Even the version of the browser can cause a problem and stop access to your online courses. Browsers such as Internet Explorer, Mozilla/Firefox, Pearl and others are created to interface with various applications. Some even need plug-ins (Mozilla/Firefox) to work correctly. And if you are using Netscape Navigator please know that as of March 2008 there is no longer support for this browser and you will need to know an NN expert to keep you up-to-date. Note that AOL is also a browser, a very controlling browser that wants all applications to march to the tune of the AOL drummer. This browser has been known to stop many an application from appearing properly if at all. So if your Internet service provider is AOL, start it up to connect to the Internet, then minimize it and open Internet Explorer to access your online course.

System Requirements--- Most school websites will have this information posted and the ability to run tests on your computer to make sure you have all the applications you need in order to run their programs successfully. Find it, run it and then tweak it (your computer) so that you're ready success in your courses.

Next time - "Online Preparation"