The Reconstructors has been developed with both home and school access in mind. We combine technology and content appropriate for everyone from beginning to expert computer users.
Plug-in Needed
To play The Reconstructors, you must have version 6 (MX - or greater)
of Macromedia Shockwave Flash Player installed on your computer. Most
newer web browsers include this feature already, but if you find that
it's not part of you browser's package, you may download the current
Shockwave Flash plug-in from Macromedia's
web site.
Platforms
Because The Reconstructors uses Flash animation to keep file sizes small, it will run efficiently on the variety of computer
platforms found in homes and schools. Our suggested minumum requirements for platforms are:
For best performance, use a computer with at least 128 MB of memory.
Browsers
Although many web browsers are satisfactory for use with the Reconstructors
web adventures, we have found that the following browsers offer the most
optimal viewing experience:
Bandwidth
We have tried to optimize the loading time for files for persons using
at least a 56K modem. Each episode incorporates the latest programming
techniques available in Macromedia Flash MX. Each module that
makes up the adventure is under 200 K. While we have tried to keep the
files small for optimal download times. Using a T1 line, cable modem,
ISDN, or ADSL, the load time is negligible (10-30 seconds). If using a
dial-up modem allow for 2 - 4 minutes to be sure components are
completely downloaded.