How to set up your computer to use e-workbooks

How do I set up my browser?

Browsers contain many options that can be set by the user. Some of these settings need to be established in particular ways to use our e-learning. Please select the correct link for your browser:

If you are using a browser other than those in this list, please select one of these links to discover the steps that are required and then apply equivalent steps to the browser you are using.

To check that the browser you are using right now is correctly configured for our e-learning try our browser check. If you immediately return to this page then all is OK. If you do not return to this page, the browser check will give you instructions about how to correctly confgure your browser.

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What hardware, software and bandwidth are required?

To deliver a rich online learning experience, Perdisco uses modern internet technologies. For the best viewing experience, we recommend the following minimum configuration:

Hardware

Software

Bandwidth

Perdisco products are optimised to be used on a low-bandwidth internet connection (dial-up). To check the bandwidth currently available on your connection, try our bandwidth test.

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How do I install Flash?

You can download and automatically install the Flash Player (free) from the Macromedia website.

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How do I open, print or save a PDF document?

You need Adobe Acrobat Reader to open PDF files. If you don't already have Acrobat Reader installed on your computer, you can download it free of charge from the Adobe website.

To print a PDF document, click the Print icon. Acrobat Reader print icon

To save a PDF document, click the Save a Copy icon. Acrobat Reader save icon

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Can computer literate students increase their time limit or find out the answers to an assignment?

No, assignments are very secure. The time limit is controlled by Perdisco's servers and answers are not provided to the student's browser. All answer checking and marking is performed on Perdisco's servers.

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How and when can I contact customer service or technical support?

You can contact Perdisco by submitting a support request or calling 61 2 9281 0669 during business hours (Australian Eastern Standard Time).

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