Installing Approved Optional Software (Software Center)

Some optional and approved software is available through the Software Center application for team members to install.

Examples of this kind of software include: Open Text Host Explorer (for accessing the Student Information System), Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Project, Adobe Acrobat Pro (license purchase required, please get approval from unit manager then submit a ticket to DSS), Embrava Connect for Blynclights, GIMP for advanced image and photo editing, etc.

Installing Approved Optional Software

From any computer, click the Search bar.

1. In the search field, type "Software Center."

Image of selection options for Software Center.

2. Click to select and open the Software Center application.

3. From the left side menu, make sure Applications is selected.

An Icon Window of application choices within Software Center.

4. Locate and click the icon for the desired software.

5. Click Install, then follow the prompts.
Window image of Microsoft 365 Visio installation option.

6. After installation, you may be required to restart your computer. 

7. Once installed, access your new software by clicking the Start icon, then finding it in the available programs or typing the name of it in the Search field.

8. Click on the program to launch it.
 You may also right-click the name of program to pin it to your start menu or task bar for easy access.