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Technical Assistance

Sites may prompt you if you need a plug-in or program to view their content. They may also provide a link to the needed site. However, if you need want to see whether you have the software already, follow these instructions: On your computer go to the my computer icon. Click on control panel. Click on add/remove programs. A table will come up. If you have Shockwave, Adobe Reader, or QuickTime they will be listed here. If not, you can go to the sites below for directions on downloading and installing the programs. After installing it's always a good idea to restart the computer.

Download Adobe Acrobat Reader
Acrobat Reader is used widely to read 'pdf' files, which allow documents to be viewed in an easy-to-print format. The free download is available from Adobe.

Download Macromedia Flash
Macromedia Flash Player lets you view animation and entertainment through your Web browser. It is available for both Windows and Macintosh computers, and it works with the world's leading Web browsers. Download the installer from the download page. Macromedia has complete instructions for both Windows and Macintosh computers. If you encounter problems installing Flash, please check with the Shockwave and Flash Installation Support Center, or check with the Shockwave and Flash Frequently Asked Questions guide.

Download QuickTime
You can download Apple's QuickTime 5 free of charge from the QuickTime download page. QuickTime 5 is currently available for Mac OS and Windows 95, 98, NT, and 2000. Apple asks that you fill out your e-mail address (required) and your name (optional) in a form. Then click on the "Download QuickTime" button to start downloading the installer. When prompted, choose "Save to Disk" and specify the directory to which you wish to download the installer. In Windows Explorer or Macintosh Finder, double-click the installer file to begin the installation. Follow the instructions in each of the screens.

Download RealPlayer
RealPlayer is available free from RealNetworks. To make sure your computer can run RealPlayer, you can check the system requirements table, which explains what hardware is required for specific operating systems.

Download Shockwave
Necessary for any sites that rely on shockwave animation

Download VRML 2.0 Viewer and Windows Media Player
Use this viewer to see the full effect of Web Pages that have virtual reality features. The media player plays most multimedia videos on the web. (Some require Quick Time) This site will download and install the viewer or player for you. While you're there you may want to check and see what other updates are available for your computer. NOTE: This is an updated version of VRML 2.0

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