Purdue Fort Wayne-Software availability- faculty and staff

Overview

All of the software availability that faculty and staff members can use.

Instructions

The steps on how to use the software applications that is given to the staff and faculty members:  

1. Microsoft Office:
   • Pre-installed on all office and classroom computers.
   • Faculty and staff with an @pfw.edu email address can download and install up to 5 copies via Office 365. Mobile downloads (Android, iOS) count toward the 5 available Office installations.
2. Adobe Products:
   • Eligibility:
     • Only active Limited Term Lecturers or benefited faculty and staff can use Adobe software on campus computers.
     • Adobe products are available for installation on office computers and are pre-installed on classroom computers.
   • Exceptions:
     • Graduate assistants, student employees, temporary employees, or non-paid employees must purchase an annual license if they need Adobe products for job requirements.
     • Using Adobe in student labs for job duties violates licensing agreements.
   • Personal devices:
     • Eligible faculty and staff can install Adobe software on personal computers at no cost.
     • Others can purchase Adobe products through vendors with educational discounts.
3. Math and Statistical Software:
   • Available for installation on office and classroom computers.
   • Personal devices:
     • Can be purchased through vendors with educational discounts.

Note: IUFW faculty and staff should follow IU's recommendations on availability and installation of software on IU owned computers, as well as personal devices. 

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