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If you do not have recent versions of software, you may not be able to access all of your online course material. Use the links provided below to download FREE versions of the software most commonly needed in our online classes. Check with your instructor to find out whether you will need any special plug-ins. 

Click on the appropriate link for more information:

Browser Software
Your web browser should be either Netscape Communicator (V 4.7 or greater) or Microsoft Internet Explorer (V 5.0 or greater). Depending on your connection, these programs may take 1-2 hours to download. Note: We strongly advise against using AOL as its proprietary browser does not work well with most online course delivery programs and discussion boards. 

To download for free, click on the following links. 

If you have Windows 98 you do not need to install Internet Explorer; it's already loaded on your system. Double-click on the "E" on your desktop. 

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Multimedia Software
You may need to download the RealPlayer (look for the FREE basic version) in order to play audio or video. Once you download it, be sure to install it by double-clicking on the file.

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Free Internet Service Providers (ISPs)

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