System Requirements

iTunes U requires iTunes version 6.0 or later installed on your Mac or Windows computer. To guarantee the best experience, always use the latest version of iTunes. Download the latest version of iTunes from AppleOpens in a new window.

iTunes U works with most modern, standards-compliant browsers, including Firefox 1.5 or later, Internet Explorer 6.0 or later, and Safari 2.0 or later.

You will get the best experience on a high-speed internet connection such as DSL (Zoomtown) or cable internet, or by accessing iTunes U from on-campus.

Note:  If your browser displays any security warnings when launching iTunes U, please click Yes to continue. You may experience a delay of 10-15 seconds before iTunes appears on your screen, depending on the speed of your computer. If iTunes opens but does not display the NKU site, please return to your browser and click the link again. If it still does not work, make sure you have the latest version of iTunesOpens in a new window installed on your computer.

To Upload Content

iTunes U supports the distribution of audio, video, and PDF files. Audio files can be in AAC or MP3 format with the appropriate file extensions (.m4a or .mp3). Video files can be in MPEG-4 or H.264 format with appropriate file extensions (.mp4, .m4v, or .mov). PDF documents must have the .pdf extension.

For audio formats, Apple recommends the following:

For video files, Apple recommends the following:

For details on preparing content, see Creating Content for iPod + iTunes on Apple's iTunes U Support pageOpens in a new window.

Note: Internet Explorer on Windows may have performance limitations when uploading files. For more information, see the Microsoft Help and Support SiteOpens in a new window.