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Computer Requirements

Before you attempt your first webinar, we ask that you ensure that can both connect to our server, and that your computer is properly configured. We recommend you do this at least 24 hours before the webinar begins.

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We check your computer for:

  • Popup blockers must be turned off
  • A compatible version of Java (a programming language component of your browser)
  • Ability to run a chat feature

Participant Requirements

  • Windows 2000+
  • Mac OSX 10.2+
  • Linux*
  • 128 MB RAM (256 MB recommended)
  • IE 5.0+, Netscape 7.0+, Mozilla 1.0+, Safari 1.1+ (Browser must be Java and JavaScript enabled)
  • Internet access at 56k or above

Presenter Requirements

  • Windows 2000+
  • Mac OSX 10.2+
  • Linux (Mac OS9 and Linux have limited features and functionality)
  • 256 MB RAM (higher recommended)
  • IE 5.0+, Netscape 7.0+, Mozilla 1.0+, Safari 1.1+ (Browser must be Java and JavaScript enabled)
  • Internet access at 56k or above (Broadband strongly recommended)

Tips for Mac Users

While HorizonWimba has been designed for Macintosh compatibility, please note the following details if you are using a Macintosh computer to present or participate in a HorizonWimba session:

  • If you use Entourage (an email program), please make sure that you have quit it before connecting to HorizonWimba. It may automatically log you out of HorizonWimba if the application is open.
  • It is recommended that you not expand / maximize the HorizonWimba interface while logged into the live session.
  • Due to a bug in the way Java is handled by Firefox on Intel based Macs, Live Classroom and Voice Tools applets will cause the browser to crash. This is a known issue and Mozilla is currently working to resolve this bug. Firefox will still work with all non-Intel, or PowerPC Macs. This should be resolved in a future release of Firefox.

Tips for Small Group Participation

Webinars are primarily designed for individual participation. However, it is often more convenient for small groups to listen to the live event together. To optimize your experience in a group setting, we suggest you consider doing the following:

  • Set up and use a very good speakerphone, as the quality of the sound will make a substantial difference in your ability to comprehend the material. The sound for the presentation is via the phone, and voices of the presenters vary in volume and clarity.
  • Download and print out the PowerPoint slides as a handout for everyone to have so they can follow along and write notes.
  • Use a projector to enlarge the screen area of the live event (or the PowerPoint presentation if that is the mode you have signed up for).
  • If you are viewing the event in the live webcast mode, assign someone in advance to be the point person for doing the interactive polls and/or typing on behalf of the group its responses and or questions/comments.
  • Finally, plan for a follow-up discussion to take place after the event. You can also use the archive of the event or the sound file of the event to prompt the discussion.

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