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How to install self-service software through Software Center

Caleb Dizmang

Last updated: Apr 30, 2025 by Caleb Dizmang

Using Software Center, available on all Windows computers throughout campus, you can now install many software packages on your own without having to call IT. The process is quick and simple. Just follow the steps below.

Note

If you don't find what you're looking for in our self-service software catalog, please notify your Computing Coordinator so we can add it.

Step 1: Launch Software Center by searching for it in the Windows Start Menu.

Picture of the Software Center highlighted in the windows search menu

Step 2: Search the catalog for the software title you want and then click on it.

Picture of the Software Center menu and the different programs within it. There is a search bar located towards the top right of the page

Step 3: Click the Install button for the software you selected.

Picture of the Skype app having been selected from the catalogue menu. There is an Install button that is just below the title that is expected to be pushed if the user wants to install skype

Step 4: Wait for the installation to finish.

Picture of the skype app being installed which has a little buffer wheel next to a button that says cancel that was formerly the install button. Underneath there is a status tracker which in the image is at 0% completion Picture of the skype app having been successfully installed which is stated in the status field under a Reinstall button.