SOLE LockDown Browser
- Jessica Steele
- Cassandra Rinker
The SOLE LockDown Browser is a secure browser for taking exams in SOLE. It prevents users from printing, copying, going to another URL, or accessing other applications during an exam. When enabled, users will not be able to take the test with a standard web browser. SOLE LockDown Browser should only be used for taking SOLE exams and should not be used in other areas of SOLE. Users must access the LockDown browser by launching the exam within SOLE. It will not work correctly if it’s opened directly from your computer.
The SOLE LockDown Browser functions much like a standard browser, but some options have been removed or work differently. The list below highlights some of these differences.
Modified Toolbar: the condensed toolbar includes only Forward, Back, Refresh, Stop, and Character functions.
Exam Mode: exams are shown full-screen and cannot be minimized, resized, or exited until submitted for grading.
Disabled Controls: all printing, keystroke combinations, screen grab, function keys, and right-click menus have been disabled.
Links: links to other web servers will open in a new, secure window and prevent browsing beyond that page.
Blocked Features & Applications: the Start button (Windows), system tray, and menu bars have been removed.