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| + | Java is a programming language used on many interactive web pages. To view web pages that include Java programming, you must have "Java" (or, technically, the "Java Runtime Environment" installed on your computer). | ||
| − | To see if Java is installed on your computer (and to see if your Java version is current): | + | ==Do I need Java to use Blackboard?== |
| + | YES. Blackboard 7, which Durham Tech began using in Fall 2007, makes extensive use of Java. If you do not have it installed, or if you have an old version installed, you will likely encounter numerous difficulties using the Discussion Board, taking online tests, checking your grades, etc. We recommend installing the most current version of Java on your computer. | ||
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| + | ==How can I tell if Java is installed on my computer or if my Java version is current?== | ||
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| + | ===To see if Java is installed on your computer (and to see if your Java version is current):=== | ||
* Go to http://www.java.com | * Go to http://www.java.com | ||
* Click on "Do I have Java?" | * Click on "Do I have Java?" | ||
Revision as of 14:24, 6 September 2007
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What is Java?
Java is a programming language used on many interactive web pages. To view web pages that include Java programming, you must have "Java" (or, technically, the "Java Runtime Environment" installed on your computer).
Do I need Java to use Blackboard?
YES. Blackboard 7, which Durham Tech began using in Fall 2007, makes extensive use of Java. If you do not have it installed, or if you have an old version installed, you will likely encounter numerous difficulties using the Discussion Board, taking online tests, checking your grades, etc. We recommend installing the most current version of Java on your computer.
How can I tell if Java is installed on my computer or if my Java version is current?
To see if Java is installed on your computer (and to see if your Java version is current):
- Go to http://www.java.com
- Click on "Do I have Java?"
- Click on "Verify Installation"
- If you see a message that you are NOT using the recommended version, follow the prompts to download and install it.
- When the installation is complete, be sure to RESTART YOUR COMPUTER.
