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What free student software is available and how do I install on my computer? (link)

Anti-Virus Software (Windows)

To install anti-virus software on your computer you must first uninstall any other antivirus software you might have before installing ours. Then click on the link Microsoft Security Essentials for Windows 7/Vista/XP and install using Internet Explorer.

Microsoft Office 2010 or 2013 and 2011

Our license agreement with Microsoft provides students with rights to Windows operating system upgrades, Microsoft Office for Windows and MacOS.

  • Students are entitled to upgrade to the latest versions until their graduation then you will have a perpetual license(s) for your installed version.
  • Students that withdraw from the University without graduating must uninstall the Microsoft products acquired through this license agreement.

To install Office on your computer go to http://wlu.onthehub.com and click the "Sign In" link. If you are prompted, provide your W&L username and password. Click on the product you want and Add to Cart.

  • Microsoft downloads are FREE for students.
  • You can order backup discs for your products for $13.95 each.
  • You can order an Extended Access Guarantee for $4.95 which gives you 24 months of access to your download(s) and license key(s).

Complete and confirm your order. Once your order has been placed, you'll receive an e-mail with a link to your downloads. KEEP TRACK OF YOUR PRODUCT KEY(S)
You will be prompted to do a one time installation of Secure Download Manager. Follow the steps on the web page. Check the Download location at the top of the screen and make sure you have sufficient disk space in the Download Location and "Start Download".

If you have questions, please e-mail helpdesk@wlu.edu

Applies To: Students

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Where can students and employees download Office and antivirus software for their personal computers? (link)

Students can download Office products and antivirus from the Student Software Download page.

Employees can download Office products and antivirus from the Employee Software Downloads page

 

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Do I (students) need Symantec AntiVirus for MAC? (link)

No, not at this time.  We currently do not recommend Symantec for a MAC.  Please check back soon for updated information.

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