Platform Requirements

The table below outlines supported environments and technical requirements for using this platform successfully.

Supported Devices	PC desktop or laptop Macbook Chromebook (min 4G RAM) 5th gen iPad or later (limited functionality; laptop preferred) iPhone 6S or later (limited functionality; laptop preferred)
Supported Browsers	Chrome Mozilla Firefox Safari (always use Safari with iPads or iPhones) NOT SUPPORTED: Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Edge
Power / Battery Requirements	Ensure device is plugged in or fully charged; video applications drain battery power quickly.
Device / User Requirements	Each participant should be on a unique device; platform is optimized for the ratio of one user per device.
Audio / Video Requirements	First-time users must click to “Allow” the platform to access the device’s camera and microphone. Device must have a camera. Device must have a microphone and speaker. Audio headset w/built-in microphone is not necessary, but highly recommended; headset required when multiple users are in the same room (e.g. in a classroom). A headset eliminates issues with feedback or echo. Other video platforms (zoom, google meet, etc...) must be closed before connecting.
Software Requirements	Platform operates entirely in the browser and does not require software to be downloaded to the user’s device.
Network / WiFi Requirements	Platform requires access to reliable, accessible WiFi, ethernet, or cellular data network; audio and video quality degrade in low-bandwidth environments.
Security / Privacy / Passwords	Log ins and passwords are needed only for administrators and hosts on the platform, for purposes of creating and managing conversations. All other users simply enter an identifying name and location after clicking the conversation URL. Some schools have elaborate firewall configurations that may prohibit classrooms from transmitting audio and video over the platform; pre-testing will identify this issue.