System Requirements

Internet Requirements

* Optimal browsers include Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome

Minimum
  • Wired high speed (broadband) connection (due to the inherent instability and insecurity of wireless networks)
  • Speeds should be verified via https://speedtest.pecinc.com
  • 2.0Mbps downstream bandwidth or better
  • 500Kbps upstream bandwidth or better
Recommended
  • Wired high speed (broadband) connection (due to the inherent instability and insecurity of wireless networks)
  • Speeds should be verified via https://speedtest.pecinc.com
  • 4.0Mbps downstream bandwidth or better
  • 1.0Mbps upstream bandwidth or better

Browser Extensions

* No extensions are needed when using Microsoft Edge

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Baseline Computer Specs

* Linux is not supported at this time

Windows Minimum
  • Modern Core i3/i5 or higher equivalent CPU
  • Windows 7 SP1 or later (with 6gb or more of RAM)
  • USB or built-in camera
  • Wired Headset with boom microphone
Windows Recommended
  • Modern Core i7 or higher equivalent CPU
  • Windows 10 (with 12gb or more of RAM)
  • USB or built-in HD camera
  • USB Wired Headset with boom microphone
Mac Minimum
  • Modern Core i5 or higher CPU
  • macOS 11 or later (with 8gb or more of RAM)
  • USB or built-in camera
  • Wired Headset with boom microphone
Mac Recommended
  • Modern Core i5/i7 or higher CPU
  • macOS 12 (with 16gb or more of RAM)
  • USB or built-in HD camera
  • USB Wired Headset with boom microphone

System Checks

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A live online system check, conducted with a member of the SOFTS Helpdesk, is required prior to enrollment in a course. This online check will verify that your system is fully configured for the platform, and that you are ready for the start of class.

The automated check below may be used to quickly assess your system's specifications, but does not satisfy this online check requirement. This automated check may not work successfully on all computer types.

Please provide us with your name and email address so we can identify your individual test results at a later time. Already a member? Login now and begin your System Check.

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