Minimum IT requirements
You'll need adequate hardware, software and internet access to study at Federation.
During you studies you’ll probably need to watch educational videos, access research and reading materials, complete online assessments, and participate in discussion forums, chat groups and virtual classes. Make sure your technology and IT skills are up to the job.
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Check your IT skills
Studying will be easier if you know how to:
- install, use and keep your internet browser and other software up to date
- connect your laptop and/or mobile device to the wi-fi at Federation, your local library, or other locations
- use a web camera and headset/microphone
- use cloud storage (like Office 365 OneDrive)
- use Microsoft Word and other Office applications.
Support is available
If you don't have access to the hardware or software you need, we can help.
You can borrow a laptop, book a computer or bring your own device and use the free campus wi-fi.
Looking for free software or system instructions? Explore the Information Technology Service resources.
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