Competency in the use of the computer to access information, communicate by E-mail, use Excel, Microsoft Word, and Power Point is a requirement of the MSN program. It is to your advantage to have your own computer, modem, and access to the Internet. All graduate courses have distance education components which require reliable Internet communication. Specific information regarding operating systems and software can be accessed through the USI Online Learning's website: https://www.usi.edu/online-learning/student-services/