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Important information about installing the Java plug-in

Awareness: Once the java plug-in has been installed, it must be kept up to date in order to avoid security risks.
Users should consult with their local IT support before installing Java.

Choose a supported browser

Macintosh:
- Skillsoft officially supports Safari only.
- IS&T has found good results for Firefox 17.0 ESR or Firefox 24 ESR. http://ist.mit.edu/firefox
- Google Chrome is not supported due to the fact that the Java plugin is 64-bit and Google Chrome is 32-bit.

Windows:
- Skillsoft supports Internet Explorer, Firefox, Google Chrome

Test your certificate

In the browser you will be using to access Skillsoft, test your certificate
NOTE: Certificates must be installed for each web browser and on each computer.
- Navigate to http://web.mit.edu/certificates/test/
- Click 'Test my certificate'
- Verify that you see your own name displayed.

Check your Java version

Note that if Java is not installed, or an older Java version is being blocked by your browser or operating system, the page may not display properly.

Java installation or upgrade instructions

Mac OS 10.7 and higher

Step One: Upgrade your java version

NOTE: Always consult with your local support provider before upgrading Java. Local applications may require specific Java versions.

Safari

If needed, enable java plugin for Safari

Firefox

If needed, enable java plugin for Firefox
Note: Skillsoft does not officially support Firefox for Skillsoft access from Macintosh, but to date, IS&T has had good results for accessing Skillsoft trainings via Firefox.

Mac OS 10.6

For Macintosh users with Mac OS 10.6 and below, Java 6 is included within the Macintosh operating system.
Use Apple's Software Update to upgrade to the latest release of Java 6.
- Follow the menu path Apple >> Software Update

Safari

If needed, enable java plugin for Safari

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Firefox

If needed, enable java plugin for Firefox
Note: Skillsoft does not officially support Firefox for Skillsoft access from Macintosh, but to date, IS&T has had good results for accessing Skillsoft trainings via Firefox.

Windows

Internet Explorer

Firefox

Google Chrome

Linux

Note: Skillsoft offically supports openSUSE (SUSE Linux). See: http://documentation.skillsoft.com/en_us/skillport/8_0/ah/index.htm#45674.htm

Firefox

Firefox 2.0 or later is supported

Web-based trainings may require additional browser plug-ins

See: http://documentation.skillsoft.com/en_us/skillport/8_0/ah/index.htm#46184.htm

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Safari extensions add functionality to Safari, so you can explore the web the way you want. Extensions can show helpful information about a webpage, display news headlines, help you use your favorite services, change the appearance of webpages, and much more. Extensions are a great way to personalize your browsing experience.

Use the App Store to conveniently download and install Safari extensions. All extensions in the App Store are reviewed, signed, and hosted by Apple for your security.

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How to install extensions

Start by installing the latest macOS updates to make sure that Safari is up to date. You need Safari 12 or later to get Safari extensions from the App Store.

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Find and install an extension:

Open Safari and choose Safari > Safari Extensions from the menu bar.
The App Store opens to the Safari Extensions page, as pictured above. To download and install an extension, click Get or click the price. You might be asked to sign in with your Apple ID.
Click Install.
After the extension is installed, click Open and follow the onscreen instructions provided by the extension.

Then return to Safari to turn on the extension you installed:

Choose Safari > Preferences.
Click Extensions.
Select the checkbox next to the extension's name.

All extensions installed from the App Store are automatically kept up to date.

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How to turn off or uninstall extensions

Choose Safari > Preferences, then click Extensions.

To turn off an extension, deselect its checkbox.
To uninstall an extension, select the extension and click the Uninstall button. If you can't determine what an extension does, or you don't expect to use it again, you should uninstall it.

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Safari no longer supports most web plug-ins. To load webpages more quickly, save energy, and strengthen security, Safari is optimized for content that uses the HTML5 web standard, which doesn't require a plug-in. To enhance and customize your browsing experience, use Safari extensions instead of web plug-ins.

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Choose a supported browser

Test your certificate

Check your Java version

Java installation or upgrade instructions

Mac OS 10.7 and higher

Step One: Upgrade your java version

Safari

Firefox

Mac OS 10.6

Safari

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Firefox

Windows

Internet Explorer

Firefox

Google Chrome

Linux

Firefox

Web-based trainings may require additional browser plug-ins

Enable Java Plugin Firefox

How to install extensions

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How to turn off or uninstall extensions

Learn more

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