PC users:

The current 4.08 release works on XP and Windows 7.


The Network product stores user data centrally. It requires Server 2003 or Server 2008. It also works “Peer to Peer” with XP Pro clients for a maximum of 10 users. The programs  work with most 3rd party network security packages, but please read “Special Situations”  above. See also “Known issues” & “Networks”.

Whilst other servers (e.g. Linux) may be used as file servers, these have not been tested, and we are unable to offer more than general advice about our program requirements if you use non-MS servers.

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Detailed Requirements for PC Microsoft Operating Systems:


The original Numbershark and Wordshark 2L work on operating systems up to Windows 98. These are no longer supported, and we advise you to upgrade to the latest version.


All releases of Wordshark 3 and 3s, 4 and Numbershark 3 and 4 work on Windows XP and Win7x32 bit with the same requirements as the latest release (see below). Networks run with Server 2003 and 2008 (inc R2). Internet access is not required for the CD or Network products.


64-bit compatibility:

Full compatibility for Vista and Win7 64 bit machines was introduced with release 4.06. (See “Windows 7 notes” above)

 

Minimum Requirements for the current release,

Numbershark  4.08 & Wordshark 4.08:


  1. Processor: 2GHz +
  2. RAM working memory*:  1Gb spare after accounting for other processes
  3. Hard disk space**:  5Gb
  4. CD or DVD drive:  The single-user CD must be in the local CD/DVD drive whilst the program is running***. The network product requires a CD-drive for installation only. Contact Sales for  our products that do NOT need a CD drive.
  5. Speakers or headset (both programs), microphone (Wordshark only)
  6. Graphics: 800 x 600 (preferably higher: Tested to 1920x1080
  7. Working  soundcard & driver****


* With less than the specified RAM, the program may run slowly, and occasionally freeze. Close down background programs for better performance, and check that spyware or viruses are not present. Ensure no more than one anti-virus program is running.


** The current Wordshark 4.08 requires 640Mb and Numbershark 4.08 300Mb.

Most operating systems also need additional free disk space for their own use. We therefore advise that you check your computer has adequate free disk space before installing. For optimum performance of your computer operating system, aim to keep 15% of your hard disk space free.


*** The local CD drive may be internal, or for XP SP2 or later, a local USB external drive. A school-wide “CD stacker” or “CD Virtual Drive” do not work.


**** Note that many computers leave the soundcard disabled unless speakers/headphones are connected & not muted. This can prevent our programs from running.