Web browsers

A web browser is the computer application you use to visit web pages on the internet. Common web browsers include Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox and Apple Safari.

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Logos for common web browsers: Chrome, Edge, Safari, and Firefox.

What web browser should I use?

Most modern web browsers will work on all VSC sites. VSC IT recommends having at least two on your computer to ensure access.

Microsoft Edge: pre-installed on Windows computers
Mozilla Firefox: available on Mac, Windows, and Linux
Google Chrome: available on Mac, Windows, and Linux
Apple Safari: pre-installed on Mac computers

Though not officially supported on all VSC websites, many other modern browsers work also, including Vivaldi, and Brave.

VSC IT browser support

Though VSC IT policy prevents us from working on personal laptops directly, we do recommend the following steps when having trouble with a web-based application.

Ensure your web browser is up to date

Most web browsers will prompt you to update when there are updates available. If you are having browser issues with Canvas specifically, they have a tool to help. Read more on Browser support for Canvas.

Chrome update

You can update Google Chrome by opening the browser and navigating to the Help menu:

Open Google Chrome
Click the three dots in the top right corner
Select Help
Click About Google Chrome
If a newer version is available, click the button to install it

Edge update

You can update Microsoft Edge by opening the browser and navigating to the About Microst Edge menu item:

Open Microsoft Edge
Click the three dots in the top right corner
Select Help and feedback
Click About Microsoft Edge
If a newer version is available, click the button to install it

Firefox

You can update Firefox by opening the browser and navigating to the About Firefox page:

Open Firefox
Click the “hamburger” icon in the upper-right corner
Select “Help”
Click “About Firefox”
If a newer version is available, click the button to install it

Try another browser

Sometimes a bug is present on one web browser, and not on another. If you are having trouble with a website, try using another web browser from the list above.

Cleare your cache

Sometimes the problem with the browser is it is holding on to old files. Rea the Clear your cache page for more details.

Still having trouble?

If you are having trouble, please reach out to the Helpdesk for further assistance.

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