Computer Requirements
RIT Technology Requirements
Online Executive MBA students are expected to be comfortable with technology, e-mail, Internet, and online learning. Students should be familiar with Microsoft Office Programs, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Students are required to have the following hardware, software, and plug-ins:
| Minimum requirements for PC users: | Minimum requirements for Macintosh users: | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 98/2000/NT/XP | Macintosh OS 9 or higher |
| RAM: | 128MB recommended | 128 MB recommended |
| Free Disk Space: | 50MB (100MB recommended) | 50MB (100MB recommended) |
| CPU Speed: | 266 MHz (500 MHz recommended) | Power Macintosh or higher |
| Modem: | Broadband connection required (DSL or Cable) | Broadband connection required (DSL or cable) |
| Sound Card /Speakers: | Required for audio presentations | Required for audio presentations |
| Browser: | MS Internet Explorer, Netscape Navigator (Netscape not recommended; however, most features will work) | Internet Explorer for Mac, Mozilla Firefox, Safari |
| Browser Plugins: | Adobe Flash, Java, RealOne Player, Quicktime | Adobe Flash, Java, RealOne Player, Quicktime |
| Software: | Microsoft Office (recommended), Adobe Acrobat Reader | Microsoft Office (recommended), Adobe Acrobat Reader |
| Video: | Webcam required for video presentations | Webcam required for video presentations |
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