You can access the WebCT course software from any computer with internet access through a web browser such as Netscape or Internet Explorer.

Off Campus Access

Students must have access to a multimedia computer with a 28.8 or faster modem and a full service connection to the internet through a service provider such as, Earthlink, PacBell, AOL, or AT&T.

On Campus Access

Internet Access is available to Golden West College students at the Learning Resources Student Computer Center, located in the Library in Room 130. This lab is hooked up to GWC's high speed network. If necessary, Learning Resources student Computer Center staff will assist students in creating e-mail accounts. There is a fee of $8 each semester. Contact the Learning Resources Student Computer Center at 714-892-7711 extension 50111.

The following are the only browsers recommended:

• Netscape Navigator version 4.0 or higher
• Netscape Communicator version 4.5 or higher
• Internet Explorer (IE) version 4.0 or higher

Note to AOL Users: If you use America Online (AOL) for web access, you will need to log-onto AOL version 4.0 or higher and then open up Internet Explorer 5.0 or Netscape.

Most of the WebCT software you will use resides on the GWC server. However, you will also use other applications that reside on your own computer, such as applications used for word processing.