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This site requires JavaScript to be enabled. Firefox 11 is disabling Java plugin versions that are below version 1.6 Update 31 or between 1.7.0 and 1.7.2 for Windows computers only. Mac OS X computers are not currently affected by this Firefox update. We recommend upgrading to the newest versions of both Firefox and Java. However, administrators of Windows computers that require these. Allowing Java Content on a Website 1. Launch the Firefox web browser. Click or double-click the. Mozilla this week began blocking outdated versions of a Java plug-in in Firefox for some Mac users after calling the threat posed by the Flashback malware 'evident and imminent.' Download the Java Plugin: Self-install download (easiest): Windows Vista / XP / 2000 Download and install (Offline Installation): Windows Vista / XP / 2000 and IE / Firefox / Mozilla / Netscape(Mac OS X: see updating / installation instructions below).

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.
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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

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  • 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

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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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