English Flow | ONLINE ENGLISH TEACHER NETWORK

How to it works
Everything you need to know about the requirements of doing online lessons.

1. Computer
PC System requirements:

• PC running Windows 2000 or XP. (The new video feature requires Windows XP.)
• Internet connection (broadband is best, GPRS is not supported for voice calls, and results may vary on a satellite connection)..
• We also recommend that you have at least 400 MHz processor, 128 MB RAM and 15 MB free disk space on your hard drive.

Mac System Requirements:

• Macintosh computer with G3, G4 or G5 processor
• Mac OS X v10.3 Panther or newer
• 128 MB RAM
• 20 MB free disk space on your hard drive

2. Internet Connection
Broadband is best (cable, DSL, etc). However, dial-up: minimum 56 Kbps is also acceptable.

3. Skype
Download this free high quality live voicechat software: Skype. Skype uses highspeed internet telephony to allow you unlimited hours of PC to PC voice chatting. Get it now - it's free for everyone.To visit the Skype website click here
See our Skype: How it Works page here

4. Headset (or speakers and microphone)
A headset is a headphone and microphone combined. It produces the best sound quality for lessons. However, built-in or separate speakers and microphone can also be used.

5. Webcam (optional)
Please check a local or online electronics store for a webcam compatible with your computer.

Check out the other English Flow "How it Works" pages:
Getting started A-Z: How it Works
Hardware and Software Set-up: How it works
Skype: How it Works