Respondus Lockdown Browser Upaep -

UPAEP

Respondus LockDown Browser at (Universidad Popular Autónoma del Estado de Puebla) is a specialized security tool used to ensure academic integrity during online assessments. It "locks down" your computer, preventing you from accessing other websites, applications, or files while an exam is in progress. Core Functionality

CRI (Centro de Recursos para el Aprendizaje y la Investigación) 4. Common Troubleshooting "Update Required": respondus lockdown browser upaep

After the Exam:

When you launch an exam requiring Respondus at UPAEP, the software implements the following restrictions: No Chromebooks (generally) | Issue | Description |

Taking the Exam:

Follow the on-screen setup instructions. You will need administrator rights on your computer to complete the installation. Close all open programs on your computer. split screen may still work).

No Chromebooks (generally)

| Issue | Description | |-------|-------------| | | Lockdown Browser does not work on Chrome OS unless UPAEP has a specific workaround. | | Admin rights required | Installation requires local administrator permissions on Windows/Mac. | | No iPad full lockdown | The iPad version exists but has fewer restrictions (e.g., split screen may still work). | | Does not detect phones | The software cannot detect a smartphone placed on the student’s lap. This requires Monitor’s webcam view. | | Potential false flags | Looking down to write on paper or adjusting lighting can trigger “suspicious behavior” flags. | | No Linux support | UPAEP students using Linux cannot run Lockdown Browser. |

Once installed, do not try to open Respondus like a normal browser (e.g., Chrome or Firefox). There is no "homepage" or "address bar."