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Software at St. Cloud State University

St. Cloud State University’s lab and office computers are equipped with the latest versions of a spectrum of software, all geared toward enhancing the educational environment for SCSU students, faculty and staff.

Go to the campus software list to see all available software at SCSU and how to get it at home.

Quick tip

Lab software at home
The Virtual Lab lets you use the Internet to access campus software on your own computer. See the Virtual Lab page for details.

What’s new in software?

Check here for regular updates on new software coming soon to SCSU computers.

Microsoft Office 2007

Microsoft Office 2008 (for Mac)

Status: Office 2008 for Mac computers is currently being tested and will be installed in lab computers in May of 2008.

Information about Office 2008 (for Mac)

Windows Vista

Windows Vista

Status: Technicians are extensively testing Windows Vista for hardware and software compatibility with SCSU computers. The anticipated deployment date is summer 2008.

Information about Windows Vista

Adobe Acrobat

Adobe Acrobat 8

Acrobat 8 is now available on campus and will be installed in the labs in summer 2008.

Information about Adobe Acrobat 8

Apple Macintosh OS X

Macintosh OS X 10.5 (Leopard)

Status: Technicians are testing Leopard for hardware and software compatibility with SCSU computers and systems.

Information about Leopard

Quick tip

Training and workshops
SCSU offers free software training for students, faculty staff. You can search current classes and register by using your HuskyNetID (username) and password to log in at (http://www5.stcloudstate.edu/workshop)