For 2021-2022, 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.
| Operating Systems | Supported Devices | Secure Browser | Related Requirements* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desktop | |||
|
Windows
8.1 (Professional & Enterprise) 10 (Educational, Professional, & Enterprise) (Versions 1909-20H2) Server 2012 R2, 2016 R2 |
Desktops/Laptopsa | Windows Secure Browser 14 | Disable fast user switching. On laptops running Windows 10 in tablet mode, disable screen edge swipe. Server 2012 R2 and 2016 R2 are supported when using a thin client. |
| Windows
10, 10 in S mode (Educational, Professional, & Enterprise) (Versions 1909-20H2) |
Desktops/Laptopsa | Take a Test app | Disable app pre-launching. Create a dedicated test account for non-permissive mode users. Create a desktop shortcut for permissive mode users. |
| macOS
10.13-10.15 |
Desktops/Laptops | Mac Secure Browser 12.5 |
Install the Mac Secure Profile. Disable third-party app updates and fast user switching. |
| macOS 11.4 |
Desktops/Laptopsb | Mac Secure Browser 14 | Assessment Mode disables many features automatically and requires no further setup. |
| Mobile | |||
|
iPadOS |
All 9.7” or larger iPads running a supported version of iPadOS. | SecureTestBrowser 7 |
Assessment Mode 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 OS
91 |
Chromebooks | SecureTestBrowser 7 | Chromebooks must be in kiosk mode. Automatic updates should be disabled or limited to a specific version used successfully before summative testing begins. |
| Windows
8.1, 10 |
CAI supports any tablet running Windows 8.1 Pro or 10 but has done extensive testing only on Surface Pro, Surface Pro 3, Asus Transformer, and Dell Venue. |
Windows Secure Browser 14 | Disable fast user switching. On tablets running Windows 10, also disable screen edge swipe. |
| a64-bit Intel, AMD, and ARM devices are supported. ARM devices require x64 emulation. b64-bit Intel and Apple silicon devices are supported. Apple silicon devices require Rosetta 2. |
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*For information about implementing the related requirements, refer to the Quick Guide for Setting Up Your Online Testing Technology.
For information on the supported web browsers for each operating system, see the Supported Browsers page.
This plan establishes guidelines about Operating System (OS) support for Online Secure Browsers. This plan helps schools and districts manage support requirements and allows both product and IT planning in organizations based on knowledge of the support timelines.