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Software

This section contains articles and information related to obtaining, installing, and using software available at the VTCRI.

  • Obtaining Microsoft Office and Other Applications

    If you are needing MS Office or other applications installed on a FBRI managed computer, please Start a Conversation to submit a request and we will be happy to assist.   If you are looking to see wha...

  • Project Sites and Tools

    Virginia Tech offers project sites and on-line tools from the Microsoft and Google suites, among some others.   You can review these offerings in the VT Project Software Service Catalog....

  • SSH Software

    When providing access to various servers and equipment you may be granted SSH access.  SSH is a Secure Shell where all traffic passed through this connection is encrypted.  It offers console access to...

  • IBM SPSS Error: Warning! You do not have the correct administrator privileges to license this product

    Follow the steps below to solve the Administrator Privilege Error when attempting to license IBM SPSS. If open, close the IBM SPSS Statistics product. If open, close the License Authorization Wizard. ...

  • Updating your Microsoft Office Applications (Windows)

    Open any Office app, such as Word, and create a new document. Go to File > Account (or Office Account if you opened Outlook). Under Product Information, choose Update Options > Update Now. Note: You m...

  • Updating Microsoft Office Applications (OSX | Mac)

    Open an Office app such as Word, then on the top menu, click Help > Check for Updates. If you don't see Check for Updates, run the latest version of Microsoft AutoUpdate tool, then check for updates a...

  • BioRender

    The FBRI has established a volume discount contract with BioRender for FBRI Faculty, Staff, and Students.  For information and pricing, please Start a Conversation with us.     To request a license, p...