Technology Checklist

I. Browser Settings
The following must be set on your web browser:

• Accept cookies (Try this cookie test.)
  
  
• Enable JavaScript
  
  
• Check for new versions of web pages every time they are accessed.
  (Clear Cache, as is most commonly referred to)
  
  
• Disable pop-up blockers

II. Firewalls
If you have a personal firewall and are having problems accessing a database, you may need to disable the firewall while using that database, or create an exception per your firewall instructions.
Please note: Disabling the firewall may make your computer or network vulnerable to intrusions. If you are part of a network (school or company), then you should contact your Systems Administrator about possible firewall issues. 

III. Recommended Browsers & Plug-ins
For best results using the library's website and most electronic resources, we recommend the following:

	Windows	Mac
Operating System	95, 2000, XP, Vista	OS X 10.3, OS X 10.4, OS X 10.5
Browsers	Firefox 2+ Internet Explorer 7+ Chrome Opera	Safari Firefox 2+ Opera
Plug-ins (for PDF and audio/video files)	Adobe Reader Adobe Flash Player Adobe Shockwave Player RealPlayer	Adobe Reader Adobe Flash Player Adobe Shockwave Player RealPlayer

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