The minimum system requirements to access online courses are as follows:
Recommended Hardware: personal computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone with the following specifications:
· Processor: Minimum 1.2 GHz or faster, not older than 5 years
· Memory: At least 4 GB RAM or higher
· Storage: 256 GB or higher
· Operating System: Windows 10 or newer, macOS 10.13 or newer, and for mobile devices iOS 12.0 or later, Android 8.0 or later (for the Canvas mobile app)
· Internet Speed: Minimum 1 Mbps for basic usage, recommended 5 Mbps or higher for smoother streaming of videos and interactive content
Recommended Software:
· Browser: Canvas supports the latest version and the most recent previous version of the following browsers: Chrome, Edge, Firefox (Extended Releases not supported), Safari
· Word Processing: Microsoft Word or similar
· Spreadsheet: Microsoft Excel or similar
· Virus Detection Program: Must be installed and kept up to date
· Adobe Acrobat Reader: Must be installed and kept up to date
Other Recommendations:
· Speakers, headphones, or earbuds for listening to audio or videos within courses
· If your system has minimal RAM, it’s recommended to limit the number of programs running simultaneously while using Canvas to ensure optimal performance.
· Canvas can be accessed via most browsers on Android/iOS devices, but it is optimized for desktop devices. Mobile browsers on smartphones and tablets may not fully support all Canvas features. For the best experience on mobile devices, it’s recommended to use the Canvas mobile applications.
