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ATTENTION!! If you cannot login to GeorgiaVIEW Vista, you need to contact the Online Support Center. Have them verify that you have an account and if necessary, reset your password.

GeorgiaVIEW Vista Orientation

Watch One of These First:
Windows XP or Windows Vista or Mac OS Browser Configuration
GeorgiaVIEW Vista requires that you have a certain version of Java installed on your web browser in order for it to function properly. Choose the tutorial for your Windows operating system that will show you what version you need and how to install it.

PopUp Blocker Help
If you click on a link or tool in Vista that is supposed to open in a new browser window and nothing happens, chances are you have a PopUp Blocker turned on. There are many different PopUp Blockers out there and sometimes it is not obvious that one is enabled in your browser. This link will provide you with information on how to disable the most common PopUp Blockers.

Vista Login & Navigation
New to GeorgiaVIEW Vista? Not sure how to login? Need help getting around in your course? This tutorial will answer all of those questions.

How to take a Quiz
Nervous about taking a quiz or test online?  Watch this tutorial to prepare yourself for taking tests in GeorgiaVIEW Vista.

How to use the Assignment Tool
Have an assignment due in GeorgiaVIEW Vista? Watch this tutorial to learn how to use Vista's assignment tool and get your homework in on time.

Discussion Boards
This tutorial will show you how to use GeorgiaVIEW Vista's Discussion Tool.

Chat
This tutorial will show you how to use GeorgiaVIEW Vista's Chat Tool.

Wimba Classroom Participant Guide
This Help Guide is designed to assist you with Wimba Classroom to participate in an interactive session or view an archived presentation. You will also find information for solving technical problems.

Online Support Center Website & Expectations
The Online Support Center (OSC) provides technical support for GeorgiaVIEW Vista. This link will provide you with an overview of what you can expect when you visit the OSC website.

Scheduled Vista Unavailable Time
Every other Friday, Vista is unavailable for scheduled maintenance from 10:00 pm until 7:00 am on Saturday. The full schedule for the current semester is located at www.alt.usg.edu/gaview/support/maint-schedule.phtml. The schedule is also located on the MCG events calendar. Reminder announcements will be delivered in Vista on the Wednesday preceeding each maintenance window. The schedule and reminders are made available for you to schedule your submissions for quizzes, discussions and assignments appropriately.