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CS Software

The following FAQ answers common questions about software in use by and available for Computer Science students.

Please read through this entire document at least once and feel free to send any questions, comments or concerns to the System Administrator.


  • Software


  • What is this free software I have heard about?

    The Microsoft Development Network Academic Alliance (MSDNAA) offers software a variety of Microsoft software free for download. Each SBT (including CSCI and CIS) student will be emailed login information during the first week of school. You will receive a new email each semester you are eligible. If interested, please visit our MSDNAA website.

    How can I run CS lab GUIs on my Windows machine at home?

    Setting up an X server along with SSH on an MS Windows machine will allow you to connect to the CS lab and have GUIs normally viewed on a lab machine display on your Windows desktop. Click here for directions on how to set this up.

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