To complete online courses, you will need access to a computer with a modern web browser, a working internet connection, word processing software and disk space to save your work.
Review the following requirements and download what you need before starting your course.
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Hardware
Use our buying guidelines to either confirm your computer is ready for online courses or to find a new computer that fits your needs.
- Shop for computers by major at the Mizzou Store
- More computer recommendations based on your school or program
Software
Our Software Anywhere service may be able to connect you to what you need from any browser. You also can access software or purchase common programs from the Remote Class and Student Resources section of MizzouOne, which is the university’s online task center.
Browsers
Since course guidelines and materials are presented over the internet, your browser should support graphics, run JavaScript, handle iframes and accept cookies. Portions of the course also may require you to install Adobe Flash Player.
The most common browsers include the following:
You may need to use a variety of browsers depending on the needs of your course. Also keep in mind that you should upgrade your browser to the latest version whenever updates are available.
Virus protection
Even though we keep the safety of your data in mind with all our programs, going online can have risks. Consider installing a virus protection program for everything you do.