For your DE courses, you will need a variety of software to access class information, and here’s a list of some common applications used by our instructors.
Also, please visit UH Information Technology for additional software information, as well as Cougar Byte for discounted software and hardware.
Free software that lets you view and print Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF) files on all major computer platforms.
Free software that lets you organize and play everything on your Mac or PC, and sync it to your iPod to bring along anywhere.
Cutting-edge digital media software for both Mac and Windows-based computers for creating, playing and streaming audio and video content over the Internet.
Java lets you enjoy the best that the digital world has to offer, including games and puzzles, sports, chat, e-mail, the arts, financial tools and much more. You will also need to have Java installed in order for certain areas of Blackboard to function properly
View video, multimedia, and application development features.
View interactive media which utilize powerful video, multimedia, and application development features.
Microsoft DirectX® is a group of technologies designed to make Windows-based computers an ideal platform for running and displaying applications rich in multimedia elements such as full-color graphics, video, 3D animation, and rich audio.
Microsoft's Internet Explorer offers students the ability to use the web with enhanced security features and can be installed as an upgrade to existing versions of Internet Explorer.
Download free updates and patches for Windows and Office. It is important to keep your computer current with all Microsoft updates for computer efficiency and security.
Mozilla’s Firefox offers students the ability to use the web with enhanced security features and can be installed as an upgrade to existing versions of Firefox.
The Real Basic Player gives you access to RealAudio, RealVideo, live events and more. The free player is called "Basic." RealOne SuperPass is an application for purchase by the company.
Respondus LockDown Browser is a secure browser for taking quizzes and exams in Blackboard. If your course requires the use of Respondus LockDown browser, you will not able to take a quiz or exam with a standard web browser.
Note: Respondus LockDown Browser should only be used for taking Blackboard quizzes or exams. It should not be used in other areas of Blackboard.
Windows Media Player allows for the playing of multiple video and audio files.
