Online Software Recommendations

These recommendations for software are important in setting the foundation and functionality of an online learning experience. A description of the software and a link to the FREE download are included below.

• Firefox - Web Browser developed by Mozilla
• Internet Explorer Version 7 - Web Browser developed by Microsoft.
• flickr.com - Uploading and sharing your photos has never been easier. Flickr.com is a place where you can post and sort pictures on the web, create custom slideshows, and search for pictures posted by other users. Sign up for a free account.
• OpenOffice - An open source program that works just like the Microsoft Office Suite.
• QuickTime - Quicktime is another program that plays video and audio clips. You can also view 3D animations, text and graphics. Download Quicktime.
• Real Player - A program is used to play video and audio clips
• Shockwave Player - Shockwave Player displays Web content that has been created by Macromedia Director. You can view 3D games and entertainment, interactive product demonstrations, and online learning applications.
• Flash Player - Adobe Flash Player is the standard for delivering high-impact, rich Web content like animations, designs, and graphical user interfaces.
• Adobe Reader - Software that lets you view and print PDF files on various hardware and operating system platforms