1.3. Requirements for using the groupware

1.3.1. System requirements

In order to successfully work with the groupware, your local machine has to meet the following system requirements.

Resolution/screen size

The minimum display resolution is 1024 x 768.

Browser

Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 or later

Mozilla Firefox 3 or later

Apple Safari 5 or later

Google Chrome 9 or later

Browser settings

Cookies must be activated

JavaScript must be activated

Pop-up windows must be allowed

1.3.2. Demands on the user

In order to work with the groupware, you need to have the same know-how and skills as for working with other modern graphical user interfaces, like Microsoft Windows.

The instructions in this document require knowledge of the following techniques:

  • Using the mouse for clicking on elements

  • Using the right mouse button for opening context menus

  • Using drag & drop

  • Multi-selection by pressing down the <ctrl> key or the <cmd> key on Mac systems

  • Working with several windows

  • Opening, saving, and closing files

Information on these techniques can be found, for example, in your operating system documentation.