Computer Hardware Considerations

1. Is your computer up-to-date with an operating system no more than four years old?

2. Is your computer equipped with the most current word processing and multimedia presentation software (i.e., Microsoft Word 2002 and Microsoft PowerPoint 2002)?

3. Is your computer reliable, meaning that it does not "lock up" or "freeze" frequently?

Assessing Your Responses for Computer Hardware Considerations

Reliable hardware and software is imperative for one to participate in an online course. If you answered "no" to any of the preceding questions, you may want to reconsider registering for an online course. Unreliable hardware and software can be detrimental to your success in an online course.

Additionally, relying on access to a computer through public libraries or campus computer labs is a risk. There is no guarantee that a computer will be available to you when you need. If you do not own a personal, reliable computer, you may want to reconsider registering for an online course.