System requirements

To ensure optimal audio capture for use with PatientNotes.app, you will need to meet certain system requirements. These requirements encompass hardware, software, browser compatibility, and network conditions. Here’s a comprehensive list to consider:

1. Hardware Requirements

• Microphone: A high-quality microphone is recommended to capture clear audio. This can be an integrated microphone on your device or an external USB/Bluetooth microphone.
  Speakers/Headphones: For testing and playback of audio without feedback or echo.
• Processor: A modern CPU (Intel i5/Ryzen 5 or better) for handling real-time audio processing without significant lag.
• RAM: At least 4GB, but 8GB is recommended for smoother operation, especially if multiple tabs or programs will be running simultaneously.

2. Software Requirements

• Operating System:
  • Windows 10 or later
  • macOS X 10.11 (El Capitan) or later
  • Linux distributions with up-to-date browsers
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  Sound Drivers: Up-to-date sound drivers compatible with your operating system and hardware.

3. Browser Compatibility

Deepgram’s audio capture and processing should be compatible with the latest versions of major web browsers that support WebRTC and HTML5 audio. These include:

• Google Chrome (latest version)
• Mozilla Firefox (latest version)
• Safari (version 14.1 or later, ideally the latest version)
• Microsoft Edge (latest version)

Note: Ensure your browser is updated to the latest version for the best performance and compatibility.

4. Network Requirements

• Internet Connection: A stable and fast internet connection with a minimum speed of 2 Mbps upload and download. 

5. Browser Settings

• Permission to Access Microphone: Users must grant the browser permission to access the microphone. This is typically prompted by the browser upon the first request from a website.
• Pop-up and Ad Blockers: Disable any pop-up or ad blockers that might interfere with the website’s ability to capture audio.
• JavaScript Enabled: JavaScript must be enabled in the browser, as it’s often required for handling the audio capture and processing functionalities.

• Meeting these system requirements will help ensure that your web-based audio capture for PatientNotes.app is as efficient and effective as possible.