1. Visit the software manufacturer’s website. Look for an area labeled “Requirements” or “System Requirements” to find out what is needed.
2. Read through the requirements, noting both the type of operating system needed (Windows, Mac, etc.) and the specific version of that operating system.
3. Check that your computer meets the minimum memory (RAM), hard drive space and processor speed requirements.
4. Compare requirements with your specific system configuration. If your computer does not meet all of the requirements, you may need to upgrade certain components in order to run the software.
5. Install any updates to your operating system as necessary. Make sure that you have the most up-to-date versions of any required programs.