Browsers, Settings and Configurations
Web Browsers
A variety of web browsers will work for accessing your courses in Desire2Learn. However, for Windows users Internet Explorer versions 8 and for Mac OS X users Firefox 3.0 are the recommended browsers for Desire2Learn version 9.0.
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Microsoft Internet Explorer is Microsoft's World Wide Web browser.
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Firefox is Mozilla's World Wide Web browser. |
Desire2Learn Supported Browsers
For Windows OS
- Internet Explorer version 7
- Internet Explorer version 8 *
- Firefox 3.0
- Firefox 3.5 *
For Macintosh OS X
- Firefox 3.0 *
- Firefox 3.5
- Safari 3.1
* Recommended Browser
For a complete list of supported browsers and other computer requirements, visit the Browser & System Requirements page.
Browser Settings
Your computer's web browser is a very important tool in the online experience. Complete a Desire2Learn System Check - it is quick, easy and free and will ensure that your web browser is optimized for your online courses. This only takes a minute and will save you time and trouble later.
Basically, the Desire2Learn System Check covers these areas.
- Your browser supports Javascript
- Your browser is fully compatible with Desire2Learn
- Cookies are enabled
- Computer display meets the minimum requirements


