Standard Software
On Denison Issued Computers
The Information Technology Services Department at Denison University is committed to providing the best possible computing environment for all faculty, staff and students in our community. Our Educational Technology Services group takes pride in providing a professional, responsible and courteous ITS Help Desk as a first point of contact for software and computing issues.
Standard Software Configuration
| Software Type | Apple/Mac | HP/PC |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Mac OS X | Windows 7 |
| Office Suite | Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, & PowerPoint Apple iWork: Pages, Numbers, & Keynote |
Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Power Point, & Access |
| Telnet/SSH | OS X Terminal | Teraterm Pro & SSH Secure Shell |
| Novell | No Client Needed | Netware Client for Windows |
| File Transfer | Cyberduck | WS_FTP & SSH Secure Shell |
| Antivirus | McAfee | McAfee |
| Web Browsers | Safari, Firefox, & Google Chrome | Internet Explorer, Firefox, & Google Chrome |
| Plug Ins | Adobe Reader & QuickTime Player | Adobe Reader & QuickTime Player |
| Media | Google Earth, iTunes, & iLife: iMovie, iPhoto, & GarageBand | Google Earth, iTunes, Windows Live Movie Maker, Windows Media Player, & Real Alternative |
| Disk Burning | Finder & Apple Disk Utility | Windows 7 Utility |
| File Compressor | Finder & Apple Disk Utility | Windows Explorer |
Non-Standard Software
If you require additional software essential to your work, ITS will assist you with installation and provide limited support. ITS reserves the right to remove any non-standard application if a compatibility conflict arises. Questions regarding specific applications should be directed to the ITS Help Desk.
When installing non-standard software please remember to store your data on the network, retain the original media and license, and keep the application(s) updated with required patches.
