To Use Wimba, You Will Need the Following Items:

1. A computer that meets Wimba's specifications (see below)
2. Broadband Internet access
3. Headset with attached microphone OR standalone microphone and speakers
4. Webcam (optional)

Acceptable Computer Specs for Using Wimba:

Windows XP and Vista

• 256 MB RAM (512 MB or higher recommended for Students; 1 GB or higher for Instructors)
• Microsoft Internet Explorer 7.0, 8.0; Firefox 3.0, 3.5 (with Java 1.6 Update 6 and JavaScript enabled)

Macintosh OS 10.5/10.4

• 256 MB RAM (512 MB or higher recommended for Students; 1 GB or higher for Instructors)
• Apple Safari 3.0, 4.0 (10.5 only); Firefox 3.0, 3.5 (with Java 1.5 Update 5 and JavaScript enabled)