Do you have to have internet access to use this? We have a computer with Windows XP but no internet. There are 4-5 of us wanting to study togethebe
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yes, the box version has a CD-ROM which loads onto your computer. I have used the computer version on my PC a few times and there's little difference from the internet version other than appearance. However, you will not be able to chat online with other learners, or play games online with other learners. You can still play games on the computer version. My version SEEMS to suggest that I can load up to five learners on one version, but I haven't tried. Thus a learner would logon and the program would take the learner to where he/she left off. Each learner can proceed at their own pace (I think.) Four or five learners might replace the online chat feature. Good luck!
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Because you have Windows XP, I believe this software will work on your computer. Internet not needed, thankfully.
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Yes! You can use Google docs, gmail, google keep and much more without internet!
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The device is not user-friendly as forces users to be online in order to use it., I was not able to do anything until I accessed internet. WHAT I DID IS TO CONTACT UNIVERSITY COMPUTING CENTER TO TRY TO FIND OUT IF ONE CAN EITHER TURN OFF THE ONLINE REQUIREMENT IF NOT TO REPLACE THE SILLY CHROME SYSTEM WITH WINDOWS WE USED TO
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No you wouldn't need to have a computer to use this and since this is not the S version wifi would not help you either. The only reason you would need to have a computer for this is to set up the online account and to download games offline. If you don't have a computer you could buy this and only use the little cartridges you get from the store. If you want to be able to buy ebooks and games from the internet then you need to at least have a computer with a usb port so that way you can hook up the innotab to the computer and set up the online profile so that way you could download any games and ebooks off of their learning lodge. If you had the S version you might be able to set up the online profile at a hotspot like mcdonalds and download ebooks that way. I didn't get the S version so I don't know if it has to be hooked up to a computer to get the profile started or not. If you are just wanting to use this as a game consule for your kids then you wouldn't need the computer. If you are wanting this as a e reader too you'd need just a computer with any internet hooked up. It does come with a couple little games and you get two free downloads.
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It does not need internet, they changed the format when people started complaining. It is best to use internet so you can play multiplayer games.
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Hey. I'm a college student myself and here's my two cents. Wireless internet is very much available all over pretty much any campus. From personal experience attending Boston University I can tell you that for me it is available in all classrooms, the library, and study lounges and the student Union. The one place it is not provided is in the dormitories themselves where they also discourage hosting your own wireless networks, though I have managed to stay under the radar making the network hidden which is really quite simple. The lack of an optical drive could prove somewhat inconvenient. I'd suggest getting her the special external drive Apple makes to accompany it. That would take care of installing software and importing music CDs. The only place where it'd be a very serious inconvenience would be the inability to play dvds on the move without an external drive. The iTunes rental service is pretty neat but it is still an inconvenience. I personally think that trade off is well worth the benefits of having a lighter machine however. The Mac OS could prove to be a barrier if her school uses some Windows only software. The chances are working in a group she would really just need Word, Powerpoint and Excel compatibility. Microsoft Office 2008 for Mac is a great program which plays very nicely with its Windows counterpart. A lot of specialized educational software solutions these days are browser based so operating system isn't even a problem. I have a cousin who was the proud owner of a Powerbook who made it out of law school a few years ago. She raved about her experience with it and I never heard any complaints of compatibility issues. I think a MacBook Air would be a really great and thoughtful gift. Good Luck.
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You do not need to connect to internet, you can use local network. You do need a computer to set it up.
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No u do not need internet but i think u have to buy a certAin adapter for it... I kno it sucks but adPter shouldnt b more thN 15 bucks
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You would only need internet connectivity if you want to access it away from home. You would need a local area network consisting of a router and the TCP gateway to operate it locally with your computer, tablet, or phone. They also make a handheld remote, I dont have one, so no idea how that works.
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If you are asking me can you connect to the Internet the answer is yes. You can use either Internet Explorer or Google Chrome
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Well I'm not 100% sure if you have to be connected to the Internet. I connected my phone and tablet but they both have Internet connected to them. I have not tried my laptop without Internet. Sorry, I think as long as blue tooth then you should be okay.
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It needs to be hooked up to a computer to get set up. It doesn't need the computer to function. It is complicated to set up. I had my IT friend do it and it took him a few hours.
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You have to have access to the Internet via wi-fi or other. That's a must. And some devices aren't allowed use on air travel. I do however have it on my Wolvol and it works and downloads great.
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Wow, that one is beyond my pay grade.... I know when I am in my house I can control it from my computer, but my computer is connected to network, which is connected to internet... don't know if the internet connection is necessary. This company was very fast at responding to my question when I first purchased it, maybe an email to them...
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Yes, you can access internet. It's basically an ancient android tablet with a keyboard.
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We don't have Internet and so it's never been played with it- I don't think there's even an option. Some games may need a download for more options like for extra food and things for the little built-in pet.