Software

Authorized Software

Students should not download and/or install their own software on campus computers. Non-authorized programs will be removed on restart and the "owner" will be warned. Repeated violations may result in restriction of or the complete loss of computing privileges.

Games

Internet (or other) gaming within the General Access Computer Labs is considered inappropriate use because it interferes with the student who needs to do their work. We ask that you not play games on campus computers.

Microsoft Software

Several Microsoft and Adobe products are available for purchase for a very reasonable price at: http://wiscsoftware.wisc.edu/wisc/. You will need a debit or credit card to purchase these items for quick delivery. Checks take time to clear.

Anti-virus Software

An anti-virus program has been installed throughout the network at the desktop, server, and email level. The program is updated weekly and individual machines are set to update automatically