In order to have efficient use of the D2L system, your computer must meet minimum specifications. 
If you have purchased a new computer within the last 3 years, your computer will meet the capabilities needed.  If your computer is older, then you will need to check your computer's capability.
The entries in bold are recommended configurations.  If you are not sure of your computer's capabilities or configurations, please consult your local computer service outlet.

Component	Windows	Mac
Internet Browser	FireFox 3.0 or higher Microsoft Internet Explorer    only versions 6.x or 7.x	FireFox 3.0 or higher Safari 3.1
Operating System	Microsoft Windows XP or Microsoft Vista Microsoft Windows 98 or higher	Mac OS X Mac OS9 or OSX
System Memory	1GB (Vista) 512 MB or higher (XP, Me, NT, 2000)	512MB or higher (OS X)
Internet Connection	Broadband DSL or Cable-Modem strongly recommended 56kbs dial-up modem
Audio	Sound Card and Speakers Also Recommended: Computer headphones with microphone
Video	SVGA or XVGA monitor capable of displaying 800x600 resolution in thousands of colors Also Recommended:  Web Camera
Software	Microsoft Word or  OpenOffice.Org Writer Recommended: Microsoft PowerPoint or OpenOffice.Org Impress
JavaScript	Enabled Download the Java Runtime Environment from http://www.java.com/ and find section "Java Software for your Browser"