Online Learning: Software Maintenance

In order to effectively participate in an online course at Palm Beach Atlantic University, a secure, functional, and current software environment is necessary. It is important, therefore, to maintain the software on personal computers used to access courses online.

This page is provided as a resource for PBA online students for maintaining personal computer software.

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Operating System Updates

To ensure your operating system has all the latest security updates, click on the appropriate link below.

Internet Browser

Make sure you are using the most recent version of your internet browser.

Essential Addons: Flash, Java, Reader

"Addons" are third-party software applications that extend the functionality of your internet browser. Adobe Acrobat Flash, Adobe Acrobat Reader, and Sun Microsystem's Java are essental addons for online courses at Palm Beach Atlantic University.

Microsoft Office 2007

Students can purchase a copy of Microsoft Office at a deeply discounted price. In order to receive the discount, a valid PBA email address is required.