I think I need specialized software to analyze my data. What are my options?

Before attempting to purchase specialized software, you should first check the list of software available through the IU license system. Many software packages are available for download through IUware, and/or to be used through RCIUanyWareList of software published to IUanyWare RC IUanyWare . The RCUITS Knowledge Base for Statistical and Math SoftwareStatistical, mathematical & geospatial software packages available through IU RC UITS Knowledge Base for Statistical and Math Software keeps an updated list of software that is free to use for IU faculty, staff, and students. You can also review RCSoftware Published to STC - WindowsSoftware published to STC - Windows RC Software Published to STC - Windows and RCSoftware Published to STC - MacSoftware published to STC - Mac RC Software Published to STC - Mac lists to see general availability in campus computer labs as well.

If the software you need is not available, to purchase new software, you will need to complete the RCSSSP processProcess for requesting IT software or related services RC SSSP process . To learn more about the purchasing process, please see the related question about how to purchase data, as the process for purchasing new software is the same.