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Computer Requirements

Computer Requirements

Hardware & Software Requirements

To get the most out of distance education, you will need basic computer skills, a reliable computer and a high-quality Internet connection. Here are the basic hardware and software requirements.
 
RECOMMENDED HARDWARE: WINDOWS COMPUTERS

Intel® Pentium® 4 Processor 524 with Hyper-Threading Technology, 533MHz front side bus
Minimum 512MB PC3200
DDR memory for multitasking power, expandable to 2 GB
17"-19" Monitor, CRT or Flat Panel
Keyboard and mouse
Multi format DVD±RW/CD-RW drive with double-layer support records up to 8.5GB of data or 4 hours of video using compatible DVD+R DL media
Built in 10/100 mbps Ethernet LAN with RJ-45 connector
V.92 high-speed data/fax modem
Printer = A high-quality ink-jet or laser printer
RECOMMENDED HARDWARE: APPLE COMPUTERS

G3 or G4 Processor at a speed of at least 1GHz
OS X or higher
256 MB RAM Minimum with 512 MB RAM or better preferred
17"-19" Monitor, CRT or Flat Panel
Keyboard and mouse
30 GB Hard Drive
64 MB Video Memory
10/100 BASE-T Ethernet and/or 56K Modem
CDRW with DVD Playback
Printer = A high-quality ink-jet or laser printer
COMPUTER SOFTWARE

Students MUST have the software indicated below.

Microsoft Office* which includes the following programs:
MS Word for word processing
MS Excel for spreadsheets
MS PowerPoint for presentations
MS Access for database management
Antivirus software**
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Spyware Removal Tool — Please go to http://www.lavasoftusa.com/
to download the free version of this software.
* MS Office is available from Support Services.
** If you do have an antivirus program, the University has licensed copies of McAfee VirusScan available for download at http://www.ouhsc.edu/it/virus_scan/index.asp
(requires an OU Health Sciences Center computer account).

If you have questions, please contact
techsupport@ounursing.com.
Responses will be returned within 24 hours.

Class Computer Needs

INTERNET SERVICE PROVIDER (ISP)


The most important component is a high-quality Internet connection. We strongly recommend cable modem, DSL, ISDN or other high-speed broadband. Dial-up modems, while usable, will be frustrating.

WEB BROWSER

Most current version of Internet Explorer, Firefox or Safari.

COMPUTER PURCHASES

Computer packages and student discounts are available. Financial assistance for computer requirements is also available. Please contact your program advisor.

 

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The University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, College of Nursing established affiliations with Southwestern College and San Diego State University in order to provide clinical experiences in California for students enrolled in OUHSC Online Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. This affiliation has been approved by the California BRN.