Examsoft System Requirements

With the release of Windows 8 today, I just wanted to remind everyone about Examsoft’s system requirements.  Please keep in mind that Windows 8 will not yet work with Examsoft.  If you were anticipating upgrading to the newest version of Windows, I would advise waiting until it is compatible.  I also wanted remind Apple users that OSX 10.5 is no longer supported.  You must have OSX 10.6 or newer.   Instructions for determining what version of Windows or OSX you have can be found below the system requirements.  If anyone has any questions, Please let our office know.

 

PC System Requirements:

  • CPU = 2GHz Intel® Core™/Celeron™ or equivalent x86 processor (CPU Info) 
  • RAM = highest recommended for the operating system or 2GB
  • Hard Drive = highest recommended for the operating system or 1GB of free space
  • Operating System = English 32-bit Versions of Windows XP, 32-bit and 64-bit Versions of Windows Vista and Windows 7.
  • SofTest cannot be used on virtual operating systems such as Microsoft’s Virtual Machine, Parallels or VMware, VMware Fusion or any other virtual environments, unless approved for the institution.
  • Software = Internet Explorer 7.0 or later
  • Internet connection for SofTest Installation, Exam Download and Upload
  • Screen Resolution must be 1024×768 or higher
  • Administrator level account permissions
  • Windows 8 is not supported

It is not possible to take secure exams through a virtual operating system such as Microsoft’s Virtual Machine, Parallels or VMware, VMware Fusion or any other virtual operating system environment. Although SofTest can be installed and registered on virtual platforms, it will only be enabled for non-secure Practice Exams.

Apple Macintosh Users:

  • CPU = Intel processor
  • RAM = 2 GB
  • Hard Drive = 1 GB of free disk space
  • Operating System = MAC OS X 10.6 (Snow Leopard), 10.7 (Lion), or 10.8 (Mountain Lion)
  • Server version of Mac OS X is not supported
  • SofTest may not be used in a virtual operating systems
  • Software = Internet connection for SofTest installation, Exam Download and Upload
  • Administrator account

What version of Windows am I running?

What version of OSX am I running?

 

 

General Community Service Opportunity!

Girls on the Run of Greater Summit is hosting its annual 5k race on Sunday, November 11, 2012, at 9:30 am at Blossom Music Center. Over 1,200 3rd-5th grade girls and their families will be participating in this exciting 5k race which marks the end of the Fall 2012 season for Girls on the Run. Volunteers are needed before, during and after the race for registration and packet pick-up, craft stations, course support and water stops, cleanup, and other needs. If you are interested in signing up to help, you may do so online at, GOTR 5k Volunteer. If you have any questions or are interested in additional opportunities with Girls on the Run, please contact Abigail Schock at amp123@zips.uakron.edu. Thank you!

Job opportunity for law student/recent grad with financial/accounting background

Akron, OH: Bober Markey Fedorovich – AkronLawJobs Job No. 3919 –  (“BMF”), one of the largest independent CPA and business advisory firms in Northeast Ohio serving greater Akron, Cleveland and surrounding regions, seeks a law student or recent law school graduate with a financial and/or accounting background.  BMF’s clients span a variety of industries, many with multi-state and global operations. They specialize in accounting, audit, tax, litigation support, valuation and transaction advisory, with focus on privately held business and SEC companies. If you would like to be considered for a position, you must submit your resume to Barbara Weinzierl, Director of Career Planning, via e-mail to bcw@uakron.edu by 12 noon on Thursday, November 1. Please write Bober Markey in the subject line of your e-mail when submitting your resume. Do not submit your resume directly to the firm.

 

All students are invited to “Law Alumni and Lunch – Everything you’ve always wanted to know, but were afraid to ask!”

Tuesday, October 30, 2012 from 12:20 – 1:00 p.m. in Room 133 – Please join members of the Akron Law Alumni Association for an informal lunch discussion. “Law Alumni and Lunch” will bring together students and  practicing attorneys to allow students to learn more about the profession. The conversation during this event will be student driven – this is the time to ask those “off the record” questions. Lunch will be served. Due to limited space, you must RSVP to Jeanne Kennedy (jeanne2@uakron.edu) no later that Monday, October 29, 2012 at 12 noon.

LAST TWO DAYS for the Phi Alpha Delta Halloween Charity Fundraiser!

Want to see one of your favorite professors in costume next week?  Which ever professor raises the most donations will dress up to teach class!  Participating professors have chosen which charities they wish their funds to be donated to.  Don’t delay, donate today!!!  Donations will be accepted between 12-2 today and tomorrow in the student lounge.