Canvas LMS is a popular learning management system used by many educational institutions worldwide. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the step-by-step process of installing Canvas LMS on your Windows 10 computer.
Prerequisites
Before installing Canvas LMS, you should ensure that your computer meets the following requirements:
- Windows 10 Home, Pro or Enterprise edition.
- A minimum of 4 GB of RAM.
- At least 2 CPU cores.
- 20 GB of free hard disk space.
- A 64-bit operating system.
It is also recommended that you have administrative privileges on your computer before starting the installation.
Steps to Install Canvas LMS
- Download the Canvas LMS installer from the official website at https://www.instructure.com/canvas/.
- Locate the downloaded installer file and double-click on it to begin the installation process.
- Accept the terms of the license agreement and click the "Next" button.
- Choose the installation directory or leave the default setting and click "Next."
- Choose the components that you want to install. By default, all components will be installed. If you want to exclude any component, deselect its checkbox and then click "Next."
- Configure the installation settings according to your preferences, such as the installation type and upgrade settings.
- Click the "Install" button to start the installation process.
- Wait for the installation to complete, which may take some time depending on your computer's specifications.
- Once the installation is complete, click "Finish" to exit the installer.
Running Canvas LMS
After completing the installation, you can run Canvas LMS by following these steps:
- Open a web browser such as Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Microsoft Edge.
- In the address bar, type in localhost:3000 and press Enter.
- You will be redirected to the Canvas LMS login page.
- Enter your login credentials and click the "Log In" button.
Congratulations! You have successfully installed and accessed Canvas LMS on your Windows 10 computer.
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