Software
The following software is available for download or on DVD for K-State faculty, staff, and students:
- K-State antivirus - Antivirus software required for K-State network access.
- CatPack software collection - A software collection designed for K-State.
- Refworks - A research management, writing and collaboration tool.
- Adobe Acrobat Reader
- Microsoft Office - Office 365 ProPlus is free for all K-Staters. It includes desktop and mobile app versions of Microsoft Office and can be installed on up to five PCs or Macs, five tablets, and five phones.
Purchasing software
K-Staters interested in purchasing software for departmental or personal use have several options:
- Software Licenses - See listing.
- K-State Purchasing Contract List - Departmental use only.
- State of Kansas Procurement Contract List - Departmental use only.
- K-State Student Union Computer Store - Has some departmental software, but primarily for personal use.
Software acquisition checklist
The software acquisition checklist is designed to assist K-State units planning to acquire, develop or accept any software application or service. Following the checklist will help units identify requirements and considerations prior to acquisition, including the need for support from Information Technology Services. Many of the questions can also be shared with vendors in evaluating software and support.
