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CANVAS REQUIREMENTS: Computer Specifications & Browsers
CANVAS REQUIREMENTS: Computer Specifications & Browsers
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To be successful in taking online classes via Canvas, students need a desktop or laptop computer (a mobile device like Android or iOS smartphone and tablets have limitations in Canvas) with an Internet connection. Here's list of what's needed:
Speakers and microphone or a headset with a microphone
A built-in camera or web (cam)era that can be attached to the computer
Internet access. Comcast is providing free internet access for 60 days to new Internet Essentials customers. Xfinity is offering free Internet access via hotspots.
BEST EXPERIENCE TIPS
BEST EXPERIENCE TIPS
While it is possible to access Canvas from an Android/iOS smartphone or tablet using the Canvas App or the device's browser, Canvas tools and features may not function as expected compared to working in a Canvas course from a fully-supported desktop/laptop computer's browser.
Please do not attempt to do the following using an Android or iOS smartphone or tablet:
graded discussion forum/posts
graded writing assignments
graded quizzes
Instead, use a laptop or desktop computer for the best user experience in Canvas. For more information about using a mobile smart phone or tablet, visit Student Guides for Android and iOS Mobile Devices
LAPTOP LOANS & INTERNET ACCESS
LAPTOP LOANS & INTERNET ACCESS
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What if I don’t have a computer or access to sufficient Internet?
Laptops available to borrow through Learning & Resources Career Center (LRCC), https://www.rtc.edu/LRCC
Complete Technology Survey for a loaner laptop
SMART PHONES & TABLETS (Canvas Tips)
SMART PHONES & TABLETS (Canvas Tips)
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While it is possible to access Canvas from an Android/iOS smartphone or tablet using the Canvas App or the device's browser, Canvas tools and features may not function as expected compared to working in a Canvas course from a fully-supported desktop/laptop computer's browser.
Please do not attempt to do the following using an Android or iOS smartphone or tablet:
graded discussion forum/posts
graded writing assignments
graded quizzes
Instead, use a laptop or desktop computer for the best user experience in Canvas. For more information about using a mobile smart phone or tablet, visit Student Guides for Android and iOS Mobile Devices
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
SAFE COMPUTING
SAFE COMPUTING
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Web-based classes involve sharing, uploading, and downloading software that, when infected with viruses, might be harmful to the entire system. Therefore, some simple actions will be required from you to prevent computer viruses and other forms of destructive software.
Computer viruses can cause damage to your computer and the files stored in it. If you send a file with a virus to someone else in your class, that person's computer may become "infected" as well. Anti-virus software is available to help protect your computer. https://www.pcmag.com/picks/the-best-antivirus-protection
TRAINING & SUPPORT
TRAINING & SUPPORT
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Tutoring Services provided by RTC's Learning Resources & Career Center (LRCC): https://.rtc.edu/LRCC#Tutoring
Library Services
eLearning (Canvas and Panopto): Text us at 206 395-6022 or email eLearning@RTC.edu
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