Adobe Flash Player FAQs
What is Adobe Flash Player?
Adobe Flash Player (commonly referred to as just Flash) is an application which
runs through your web browser and allows a website to deliver richer and more
dynamic web content. Here at the healthcare workforce portal we use Flash for
a limited number of resources including our e-learning programmes and webcasts.
Further information about the Adobe Flash Player can be viewed here: http://www.adobe.com/products/flashplayer/
Is Adobe Flash Player free?
Yes Adobe Flash Player is free; however, you many need permission from your
network administrator to install and enable it.
How do I know if it is installed and enabled?
You can see if Adobe Flash Player is installed successfully and find our which
version you are running by clicking on the following link: http://www.macromedia.com/software/flash/about/
How do I install the latest version of Adobe Flash Player?
Adobe Flash Player can be installed by visiting the following link and clicking
on the Download now button. Then simply follow the installation instructions
on screen. You should make sure you seek the permission of your IT department first.
Install: http://www.adobe.com/products/flashplayer/
How do I update my version of Adobe Flash Player?
You can ensure you have the latest version of Adobe Flash Player by visiting
the following link. Click the Download now button to install the latest version.
Then simply follow the installation instructions on screen.
Install: http://www.adobe.com/products/flashplayer/
How do I uninstall Adobe Flash Player?
A range of Adobe Flash Player uninstallers can be accessed via the following
link. Please note you may need to consult your network administrator before
uninstalling Adobe Flash Player.
Uninstall: http://www.adobe.com/support/flashplayer/downloads.html#uninstaller
I have Adobe Flash Player installed, but it still does not work.
It is possible that you have Adobe Flash Player installed on your machine but
your security settings or firewall is preventing Flash from running. We advise
you consult your network administrator if this is the case.
If you want to edit your browser security settings, Internet Explorer users
can do so by clicking ‘Tools’, ‘Internet Options’ and
then selecting the ‘Security’ tab.
I cannot install Adobe Flash Player. Please help!
If you are still encountering difficulties, please feel free to contact
us with as much detail as possible (Can you see any error messages? What
browser are you using?). Also please send contact details for your IT department
and we will happily contact them on your behalf.
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