Browsers, Settings and Configurations

Web Browsers

A variety of web browsers will work for accessing your courses in Desire2Learn. However, for Windows users the newest version of Mozilla Firefox or Internet Explorer version 10 and for Mac OS X users the newest version of Mozilla Firefox are the recommended browsers for Desire2Learn version 10.3.

Internet Explorer Logo

Microsoft Internet Explorer is Microsoft's World Wide Web browser.

Windows versions - Internet Explorer 10

 

Firefox Logo

Firefox is Mozilla's World Wide Web browser.

Windows and Macintosh versions


Desire2Learn Supported Browsers

For Windows OS

  • Firefox - newest version*
  • Internet Explorer version 10
  • Chrome - newest version

For Macintosh OS X

  • Firefox - newest version*
  • Safari 5.1 or 6.0*
  • Chrome - newest version

* 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.

The Desire2Learn System Check covers:

  • Browser supports Javascript
  • Cookies are enabled
  • Browser is fully compatible with Desire2Learn
  • Browser has a compatible Adobe Flash plug-in
  • Computer screen display meets recommended 1024 by 768 pixels
  • Browser supports Java
  • Browser supports rich content editing