System Requirements

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Minimum Requirements

To access classes and complete coursework using the core features of Blackboard, your system must meet these minimum requirements. Additional hardware specifications, software, or browser plug-ins may be required to complete coursework as assigned by some instructors or programs. You are responsible for checking with your instructors/programs for special technology requirements.

Note: A webcam and microphone are required of all students taking online courses.

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Computing Requirements

• Note: Chromebooks will work with Blackboard, although with some limitations
• Note: Although you can perform many tasks in Blackboard on a mobile device (iPad, iPhone, Android tablet or phone), either through a mobile browser or the Blackboard mobile application, not all features support a mobile format. Devices may not be jailbroken.

• If you are using a satellite internet provider, you may experience timeouts, IP address issues, session problems, or course mail delays caused by latency.

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Recommended Browsers and Software

• Google Chrome™, most recent stable version and two preceding versions.
• Mozilla® Firefox®, most recent stable version and two preceding versions.
• Apple® Safari® for MacOS and iOS, two most recent major versions.
• Microsoft® Edge® most recent stable version and two preceding versions.
  

Run the browser checker to see whether Blackboard supports your browser.

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Browser Settings

• Enable third-party cookies
• Enable Javascript
• Disable pop-up blocker

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Applications

UAFS recommends the following applications for online courses:

• Microsoft Office 365
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• VLC Media Player

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Accessibility

Blackboard recommends the following screen reader combinations:

• For Windows OS – Google Chrome with the JAWS screen reader
• For Mac OS X – Apple Safari with the VoiceOver screen reader