For 2020-2021, a Secure Browser must be installed on each computer or tablet that will be used for student testing. The following table lists which operating systems are supported and which Secure Browser to install.
| Supported Operating Systems | Supported Devices | Secure Browser | Related Requirements* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desktop | |||
|
Windows 8 (Professional & Enterprise) 8.1 (Professional & Enterprise) 10 (Educational, Professional, & Enterprise) (Versions 1809-2004a) Server 2012 R2, 2016 R2 |
Desktops/Laptops | Windows Secure Browser | Disable fast user switching. Server 2012 R2 and 2016 R2 are supported when using a thin client. |
| Mac 10.11-10.16a |
Desktops/Laptops | Mac Secure Browser |
Install the Mac Secure Profile. Disable third-party app updates, iTunes updates, and fast user switching. |
| Linux Fedora 30-31a LTS (Gnome) Ubuntu 16.04, 18.04, 20.04a LTS (Gnome) |
Desktops/Laptops | Linux Secure Browser |
Depending on your distribution, install SoX and Verdana True Type font. For touchscreen devices, disable on-screen keyboard. |
| Mobile | |||
| iOS/iPadOS 12.4 13.4-13.7 14 |
All 9.7” or larger iPads running a supported version of iOS/iPadOS. | SecureTestBrowser Mobile Secure Browser |
Assessment Mode (formerly Automatic Assessment Configuration) disables many features automatically and requires no further setup. Additional features can be disabled through Mobile Device Management. In addition to the features disabled by Assessment Mode, also disable Voice Control, VoiceOver, and the emoji keyboard. If these are not available to disable through MDM, please disable them manually. |
| Chrome
83+ |
Chromebooks | SecureTestBrowser Kiosk Application | Chromebooks must be in kiosk mode. Automatic updates should be disabled or limited to a specific version used successfully before summative testing begins. |
| Windows
8 (Professional & Enterprise) 8.1 (Professional & Enterprise) 10 (Educational, Professional, and Enterprise) |
CAI supports any tablet running Windows 8, 8.1, and 10, but has done extensive testing only on Surface Pro, Surface Pro 3, Asus Transformer, and Dell Venue. |
Windows Secure Browser | Disable fast user switching. |
| aSupport for this version will begin upon the completion of testing following its release. | |||
For information about implementing the related requirements, refer to the Quick Guide for Setting Up Your Online Testing Technology.
Download Secure Browsers
To download the Secure Browser for your operating system, select the corresponding tab.