In order to view the Collection using the Insight Java client, special software must be downloaded. For new users, the browser version is recommended. The Insight Browser and Java client software are products of Luna Imaging, Inc . Browser Insight does not require installation or plug-ins, but does have some basic requirements and settings you need to know. Run Browser Insight on a PC or Mac that is 166Mhz or faster.
Actions happen faster when images are kept in memory.
More memory is an advantage for using images. For Macintosh system users, increase the memory for the application, and turn on virtual memory. You should have at least 800 x 600 screen resolution and 16-bit color depth. You can use 8-bit color, but will lose a significant amount of image quality in the David Rumsey Collection.