For details on supported changes, see the Recently Updated page.
Upcoming Support Changes
Pearson aligns support requirements with changing technologies. When updates are released, Pearson first tests a beta version and reports bugs to developers. When the final version is publicly released, Pearson also tests this version to ensure TestNav compatibility before supporting it. When hardware or software deprecates, Pearson drops support for it.
The requirements in this section reflect TestNav minimum requirements; however, some customers slightly vary requirements for their specific organizations.
Hardware Requirements
Customers should avoid using any computer that takes noticeably long (10 seconds or more) to start/run applications.
Specifications | Windows | OS X, macOS | Linux | iOS | Android | Chrome OS |
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Supported devices | Desktops Laptops Tablets | Desktops Laptops | Desktops Laptops | iPads | Tablets | Chromebooks |
Processor | x86/x32 and x64 | Intel-based™ | x86/x32 and x64 | any | any | any |
Memory | Recommended | Recommended | Recommended 2 GB RAM Minimum 1 GB RAM | Recommended | Recommended 4 GB RAM Minimum 2 GB RAM | Recommended |
Minimum screen size | 9.5-in | 9.5-in | 9.5-in | 9.5-in | 9.5-in | 9.5-in |
Minimum screen resolution | 1024 x 768 | 1024 x 768 | 1024 x 768 | 1024 x 768 | 1024 x 768 | 1024 x 768 |
Other |
| Local File access to home directory | External (wired) keyboard recommended | External keyboard required | Convertible Chromebooks can not be used in tablet mode |
Some customers successfully use virtualization/thin clients; however, Pearson does not provide support for these technologies. Those using these technologies are responsible for their virtualized environment security and performance.
Prior to high-stakes testing, customers should compare virtual environment performance to that of a non-virtual environment.