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Required
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Recommended (if different) |
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Operating System |
Windows XP Service Pack 3*
Windows Vista Service Pack 1™* |
Windows XP or Windows Vista |
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Hardware |
Computer with a 32-bit processor
512 MB of RAM for Windows XP or 1 GB of RAM for Windows Vista
Monitor with a minimum pixilation/resolution of 1024 x 768** |
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Browser |
Microsoft Internet Explorer 7.0 only |
Microsoft Internet Explorer 7.0 |
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Internet Access |
Cable or DSL with a minimum of 1.5 to 3.0 Mbps Downstream, 384 to 512 Kbps Upstream |
Cable |
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Phone |
Corded Landline phone*** |
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Security Software |
Antivirus software current with latest virus definitions
Antispyware software current with latest definitions |
AVG Antivirus
Microsoft Defender Antispyware |
*All latest critical updates must be applied. Go to http://update.microsoft.com/microsoftupdate/v6/default.aspx?In=en-us to check for latest updates.
** All 17 inch monitors and some newer 15 inch models; if unsure right click on desktop and go to Properties then Settings
*** No Wi-Fi, Cellular, Satellite, VOIP or cordless