Minimum Tech
General Requirements
- An internet connection – broadband wired (Ethernet) or wireless (LAN, CABLE, or DSL) (PHONE: 3G or 4G/LTE)
Note: NOT RECOMMENDED TO HAVE TRAININGS CONDUCTED ON A PHONE - Speakers and a microphone – built-in, USB plug-in, or wireless Bluetooth
- A webcam or HD webcam - built-in, USB plug-in
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- Note: See the list of supported devices (Type of headsets if already have one)
- Note: For macOS, Zoom client(browser)/APP Version 5.1.1 or higher is required.
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- For 1:1 video calling:
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- For high-quality video: 600kbps (up/down- type of download speed)
- For 720p HD video: 1.2Mbps (up/down)
- For 1080p HD video: 3.8Mbps/3.0Mbps (up/down)
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- For group video calling:
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- For high-quality video: 1.0 Mbps/600kbps (up/down)
- For 720p HD video: 2.6Mbps/1.8Mbps (up/down)
- For 1080p HD video: 3.8Mbps/3.0Mbps (up/down)
- For gallery view receiving: 2.0Mbps (25 views), 4.0Mbps (49 views)
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- For screen sharing with video thumbnail (Icon/picture): 50-150kbps
- For audio VoiP (Voice over Internet Protocol): 60-80kbps
- For 1:1 video calling: 600kbps (down) for high-quality video and 1.2Mbps (down) for HD video
- For screen sharing with video: 50-150kbps (down)
- For audio VoiP: 60-80kbps (down)
PC
- Web Browser: Firefox, Chrome, Internet Explorer 11, or Microsoft Edge
Note: Some features in the Web/Browser version of Zoom are not supported on Internet Explorer. (aka. NOT RECOMMENDED)
Mac
- Compatible Operating System: OS X
- Web Browser: Firefox, Chrome, Safari
Tablets
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR TRAINERS TO CONDUCT TRAININGS
iPhone/iPad
Android
Processor and Ram Requirements
| Minimum | Recommended | |
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| Processor | Single-Core 1 Ghz or Higher | Dual-Core 2Ghz or higher (i3/15/i7 or AMD equivalent) |
| RAM | N/A | 4 GB |
- Dual-core and Single-Core laptops have a reduced frame rate when screen sharing (around 5 frames per second). For optimum screen-sharing performance on laptops, we recommend a quad-core processor or higher.
Why CHROMEBOOKS and TABLETS are NOT recommended or typically DO NOT even meet basic necessary requirements to conduct a training
Processor –is stored on a computer chip. The speed at which the computer runs programs or completes tasks is determined in large part by the computer processor speed. Processor speed is measured in gigahertz (GHz). The higher this measurement, the faster the processor.
RAM – is a system's short-term data storage; it stores the information the computer is actively using so that it can be accessed quickly. The more programs the computer is running, the more memory is needed.
Computers today have multiple-core processors, such as the i3, i5, and i7 processor lines from Intel. Multiple Core means that two or more processors are involved in reading and executing software instructions of the computer. Those with two processors are called dual-core, those with four processors are called quad-core. The bottom line: More Cores= the faster computer can process instructions because all the cores can be working at once-making multitasking possible. (Multitasking =running several programs at once in this case. Example for TRAINERS TO TRAINING: using the Internet (having multiple tabs open) PowerPoint, Word/notes program— all at the same time.)
The BASE (Starting) Chromebook up to $200 cost
Note: Info based March 2021 from BestBuy website and specifications cross-referenced with several other sources
- System Memory (RAM)-- 4 gigabytes
- Processor Speed (Base) -- 1.1 gigahertz (2.Ghz or higher is recommended per chart above)
In other words, most base/basic Chromebooks and tablets do not have the technical capacity to run tasks SIMULTANEOUSLY that are required by trainers to conduct basic training via Zoom or similar platforms (like webX).
Note: Applicable for if using a phone. Not only is it cumbersome logistically, but sharing a PowerPoint, see trainees, and playing videos, and to utilize audio (have good sound), most smart phones are not equipped or recommended for trainers.
If TRAINEES HAVE CHROMEBOOKS AND are having difficulty when videos are being played (processor causes lag etc) a good short -term solution is to put PowerPoints/videos into a shared drive. 15 GB come on a free drive plan. (enough for current VTM files) and then trainer would just share drive or file with individuals as necessary/determined.