Technology Requirements
Operating Systems
Learners receive a Microsoft Office license to use during their time at Nexford University. Most projects and assessments can be completed using a Microsoft or a Google application. A note about Windows operating systems: Microsoft periodically ends support for its older operating systems. Our minimum computer system requirement in the chart below reflects these changes.
Web Browsers
Web browsers listed in the chart below have been tested and validated for use with our website. Other web browsers not listed may not work as well and will be unsupported and tested by Nexford.
Learners receive a Microsoft Office license to use during their time at Nexford University. Most projects and assessments can be completed using a Microsoft or a Google application. A note about Windows operating systems: Microsoft periodically ends support for its older operating systems. Our minimum computer system requirement in the chart below reflects these changes.
Web Browsers
Web browsers listed in the chart below have been tested and validated for use with our website. Other web browsers not listed may not work as well and will be unsupported and tested by Nexford.
System Requirements
| Hardware & Connectivity | Recommended | Minimum |
|---|---|---|
|
Monitor (Computers Only) |
17″ display True color 1920 x 1080 resolution |
15″ display True color 1024 x 768 resolution |
| Camera |
2 Megapixels or higher |
1 Megapixel |
| Internet connection |
5mbps broadband (cable or DSL) |
2mbps internet connection |
| Email capabilities | Email address (required) | Email address (required) |
| Windows Computers | Recommended | Minimum |
|---|---|---|
|
Operating System |
Windows 11 |
Windows 10 |
|
Web browser (only one needed) |
Microsoft Edge (latest version) |
Microsoft Edge (latest version) |
| Mac Computers | Recommended | Minimum |
|---|---|---|
|
Operating System |
MacOS 12 Monterey |
MacOS 11 Big Sur |
|
Web browser (only one needed) |
Microsoft Edge (latest version) |
Microsoft Edge (latest version) |
| Tablets | Recommended | Minimum |
|---|---|---|
|
Operating System |
iOS 15 |
iOS 14 |
|
Web browser (only one needed) |
Microsoft Edge (latest version) |
Microsoft Edge (latest version) |