The technical information needed to use ALEKS is minimal. These few
questions are all that are likely to be asked, even in a large group
of users.
What are the system requirements for using ALEKS?
[Sec. 3.2]
Fig. 10.1 presents the technical
requirements for ALEKS in summary form.
PC
Macintosh
Chromebook
Operating System
Windows 7+
MacOS 10.7+
Chrome OS
Processor
Any
Any
Any
RAM Memory
64+ MB
64+ MB
Any
Browser
Explorer 11+, Firefox 25+, Chrome 30+
Safari 6+, Firefox 25+, Chrome 30+
Chrome 30+
Screen Resolution
1024x768
1024x768
Any
Figure 10.1: System RequirementsTablets. All courses are desktop and tablet
compatible with the exception of Intro. to Statistics, Business
Statistics, Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences, Prep. for Statistics,
Math Prep. for Accounting, Essential Math Skills for Business, and
Business Math. These courses are not compatible with tablet
devices.
Note that any of the kinds of Internet connection (cable, ISDN, DSL,
or wireless) typical in computer labs are adequate for use
with ALEKS.
Where can I get more information on ALEKS? How can I try out
the system?
The ALEKS website provides complete information on the
ALEKS system, including a Quick Tour, Free Trial use, licensing,
history and theory, and technical support.