Software
Software Licences
UWS maintains a library of software available for use on UWS owned/leased machines. Some licences are free of additional charge whilst others are chargeable. Information Technology Procurement (ITP) is responsible for maintaining the library and ensuring software licensing across UWS is managed in accordance with the legal obligations that accompany each piece of software. To ensure licensing compliance, all software requests must be processed through ITP.
What licences are available?
UWS has a wide range of software from Microsoft, Adobe and many more developers available under special licensing agreements that have been customised for UWS.
Contact itp@uws.edu.au if you would like to know more information on software, platforms, licence types, availability for home use and more.
How do I arrange to have software installed?
If you are using a standard UWS Windows operating environment, all software included in the annual charge to schools and divisions is available to install on your computer (opens in a new window). These are known as "advertised programs". No additional charges apply to install these programs. You can install this software by opening the "Run Advertised Programs" icon in your computer's Windows Control Panel, while you are connected to the UWS network. If the program you need is listed, double click the install option to install the program on your computer.
For detailed information, please refer to the ITS Software Installation Fact Sheet which shows how to access and install software via "Run Advertised Programs".
If you aren't using the standard UWS Windows operating environment, you need software that isn't available via "Run Advertised Programs", or you want to enquire about software purchases or advice, please contact ITP by either email, itp@uws.edu.au or phone, ext 7ITP (7487). ITP support the software needs of the whole University.
When purchasing software for UWS owned or leased machines, ITP needs the following information to correctly deploy the software. Please have this information available when you contact us:
- ITP number from the machine (not the one on the monitor).
- MAC address of the machine - usually this appears under the My Computer icon on your desktop and starts with UWS00. . .
- The operating system used - Windows Vista, Windows XP, MacOS, other.
- Your cost centre and project code.
- The computer's location and current user.
You can also contact the IT Service Desk on ext 5111 to log a software request.
How much does it cost?
The programs available via "Run Advertised Programs" have been site licensed by the University, meaning there are no additional charges to install or use the software.
Contact ITP on itp@uws.edu.au or phone 02 9678 7487 (ext 7487) for pricing on other software packages.
What happens if ITP do not have the software available?
ITP has established relationships with vendors to allow UWS to purchase software at discounted rates, and can arrange to have the software purchased for your unit. Please keep in mind that UWS operates with a Standard Operating Environment, which may mean some requests require special approval. If so, ITP will assist you through this process.
Discount Software for staff
Microsoft:
Under the terms and conditions of the University of Western Sydney Microsoft Work at Home Agreement (staff login required), UWS staff are able to buy selected Microsoft products at significant discounts.
Adobe:
Under the terms and conditions of the University of Western Sydney Adobe Home Use Agreement (staff login required), UWS staff are able to buy selected Adobe software packages at significant discounts.
