Internet Access
You need to be signed up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) in order to access the Internet from home. Some providers require the use of their own proprietary browser; these browsers may not provide all the functionality needed for your online course(s). If you are using a provider like this (for example, AOL), you must minimize that program and use an alternate Web browser to access Blackboard.
Chrome and Mozilla Firefox work best with Blackboard Learn.
If you do not have home Internet access
Please consider the following options:
Home Computer Requirements
Before beginning your online course(s), your computer needs to be up-to-date with the appropriate hardware and software requirements. Please refer to this list for many useful, free or open-source programs and utilities: