Recommended Technology

These are the basic computer requirements that will help meet your needs while taking an on-line class at ECU. We recommend that if you purchase a computer it should meet at least the basic requirements. For a more comprehensive listing of computer recommendations click here.We also encourage students to contact their departments for computer information specific to their major before making a purchase.

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Basic Windows Requirements	Basic Macintosh Requirements
Profile: Laptop or Desktop Operation System: Windows XP Pro Processor: Pentium 4 RAM: 256MB or greater Hard Drive capacity: at least 30 GB Modem: 56 Kbps Ethernet Card: (for off campus broadband  connection) Other Features: CD-RW Drive or CD-RW/DVD Combo and at least 2 USB 2.0 slots	Profile: Laptop or Desktop Operation System: Mac OS X Processor 800 mhz, Power PC G4 RAM: 96 Mb Ram Hard Drive capacity: at least 30 GB Modem: 56 Kbps Modem Ethernet Card: (for off campus broadband connection) Other Features: CD-RW/DVD Combo or "SuperDrive"

Comprehensive listing of computer recommendations

Internet access
Students must have reliable Internet access. Confirm with your school that your browser is compatible with the delivery system. This information is included in each school's description of hardware and software requirements. Many students have reported problems when using AOL to access course materials.

E-mail
Internet students must have a reliable e-mail account. You simply cannot do an Internet course without e-mail. As a registered ECU student, you will receive an e-mail-mail account through the campus Exchange program. Click here for information on how to access your ECU E-mail account .

Printer
There will be material that has to be printed for later use. A reliable printer is very helpful.

Software
As standard word processing package is another minimum software requirement for an Internet delivered course. Some courses may require course-specific software not listed in this section. See the course's web pages or consult with the course instructor about additional software requirements before registering for an on-line learning course.