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
Operating System
Windows
MacOS 10.4+
Processor
Any
Any
RAM Memory
64+ MB
64+ MB
Browser
Explorer 7.0+, Firefox 3+, Chrome 4+
Safari 4+, Firefox 3+
Screen Resolution
1024x768
1024x768
Figure 10.1: System Requirements
Note that any of the kinds of Internet connection (cable, ISDN, DSL,
or wireless) typical in computer labs are adequate for use
with ALEKS. If your computer lab has security safeguards in place,
you will need the cooperation of your technology administrator to install
the ALEKS plug-in.
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.