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Learn how to install approved software on your NCU Windows computer yourself with Software Center, check install status, and request software that isn't listed.
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Software Center is like an app store for your North Central University Windows computer. You can install approved software yourself, without an administrator password.
Install software
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Open Software Center
Select Start, search for Software Center, and open it.
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Pick the software
On the Applications (Available Software) tab, select the app you want.
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Install it
Select Install. It installs in the background.
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Check progress
The Installation Status tab shows how it's going. Installed Software shows what you already have.
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On a Mac? Use Self Service instead. Search for it in Spotlight or Launchpad.
Don't see what you need?
Software that isn't listed has to be reviewed and added by IT first. Submit a request through Software Installation & Packaging, or Software Purchasing and Licensing if it needs to be bought.
Get help
Still need help? Call the IT Service Desk at 612.343.4170 or visit Miller Hall 226, Monday–Thursday, 7:30 a.m.–9 p.m.; Friday, 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. CT.