System Requirements
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System Requirements
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Cirrus supports all supported modern “Evergreen Browsers”; Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari; plus Safe Exam Browser. This on any vendor supported operating system with a large enough screen to display Cirrus without scrolling. “Evergreen Browsers” vendors only support the latest version of their browser.
Software Requirements
GDPR and supported software/security updates
Under the GDPR, it is the responsibility of the customer to organise that all its users use supported software, with security updates applied, to access the Cirrus Platform.
| Browser | Version | Auto-Update | Cirrus Support Policy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chrome | Latest | Yes | Any version supported by Google |
| Safari on MacOS | Latest | Yes | Any version supported by Apple |
| Edge | Latest | Yes | Any version supported by Microsoft |
| Firefox | Latest | Yes | Any version supported by Mozilla |
| Safe Exam Browser for Windows (SEB) | Latest | No | After Cirrus releases a new SEB for Windows version for use a 60 day grace period starts. |
NOTE: Javascript must be enabled.
Chrome and Edge for Proctoring
Our Proctoring add-on and Proctoring partners only support Chromium-based browsers; Chrome and Edge.
Browser Check for Candidates
Cirrus offers candidates a browser check on the introduction page of their exam.
| Operating System | Version | Auto-Update | Support Policy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows | 10 | Yes | Any version supported by Microsoft |
| MacOS | 12 Big Sur | Yes | Any version supported by Apple |
Hardware Requirements
| Hardware | Minimum | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 1440x900 | Required for usability |
| Processor (CPU) | 1.5GHz | Recommended for usability |
| Memory (RAM) | 3 GB | Recommended for usability. |
| Free Disk Space | 250 MB | Recommended for usability. Required for Proctoring |
Microphone / Webcam
Our Proctoring add-on and Proctoring partners in addition require a Microphone and Webcam. For Proctorio system requirements, click here.
Network Requirements
| Network | Minimum | Support Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Average Internet Speed | 1 MBps per candidate | Required for usability |
| Availability | At start and end of exam | Cirrus supports offline periods so the candidate can continue while offline. |
| HTTPS | Port 443 open for TLS 1.2+ | Required for security. NOTE: TLS 1.2 and RSA are deprecated (AWS Test). |
Audio / Video
If your exams use audio and (HD) video, allow additional bandwidth based on your content.
Security/Integrity Requirements
Cirrus has many security features built-in like using a PIN code to start the assessment, randomising answer options or even questions using a blue print.
For additional security/integrity Cirrus offers an Online Proctoring add-on, and integrates with different Proctoring partners providing Live and Automated proctoring. A low cost option for controlled environments is the open source Safe Exam Browser.
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