Browsers Supported and Recommended Screen Resolution
The IPEDS Web-based Data Collection System supports Internet Explorer 4.0 and above, Netscape Navigator 9.0, Firefox, Opera and Safari. For optimal viewing, screen resolution should be set to 800x600 or higher.
Cookies Disabled
If at any time an error message window appears listing “Cookies disabled,” browser settings need to be changed.
In Internet Explorer, these features are found on the Internet Options menu found on the Tools pull-down menu. The Internet Options window contains six tabs: General, Security, Content, Connections, Programs, and Advanced. The security tab offers access to four zones: Internet, local intranet, trusted sites, and restricted sites. Choices for the cookie settings are found in the Internet zone by selecting the custom button. Scroll down the list of settings until the Cookies option shows. The “allow per-session cookies (not stored)” option should be set to “enabled.”
In Netscape Navigator, these features are found on the Preferences window found on the Edit pull-down menu. The Preferences window opens with two frames. The left-hand frame shows the structure of the option categories. The right-hand frame lists the options for each category. Choices for the cookie settings are found in the Advanced category. The “accept only cookies that get sent back to the originating server” option should be selected if cookies are currently disabled.
Section 508 Compliance
The IPEDS Web-based Data Collection System interface complies with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended 29 U.S.C. § 794d. The current amendment went into effect June 21, 2001 and requires that federal agencies make their electronic and information technology accessible to people with disabilities. The IPEDS Web-based Data Collection System was designed to fully integrate with any additional adaptive equipment or software that may be required. If you need assistance, contact the help desk toll-free at 1-877-225-2568.
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