Access a suite of tools and services that span a variety of software and hardware needs. Get information on having your computer repaired, the University Tech Acquisition process, and how to download select software, like Microsoft 365 (formerly Microsoft Office).

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Supported Mac & Windows Operating Systems, Chromebooks & Tablets, Mobile Devices.

Beta Software

51²è¹Ý ITS does not support beta software and does not recommend using beta software as your primary operating system or for software that is critical for you.

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Get selected software, such as Microsoft 365 (formerly Microsoft Office) and research software. Certain downloads may be restricted and require authorization.

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Securely access certain licensed software applications on the 51²è¹Ý Application Server (51²è¹Ý Apps) that were once only available on 51²è¹Ý lab computers.

Hardware

Computer repair is available for both 51²è¹Ý-owned and personally-owned computers.

For 51²è¹Ý-owned warranty and non-warranty computers and printers: ITS covers the cost of repairs.

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51²è¹ÝCR is the Boston College Computer Replacement Program. Through the program, eligible faculty and staff computers are replaced every four years.

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A service to utilize existing 51²è¹Ý computers more efficiently. Departments can exchange older computers for recently retired (but newer) 51²è¹ÝCR computers.

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FAQs about Student Computing

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Faculty & Staff: Before you sign up for any online cloud service (free or paid), or before you purchase any newÌýsoftware or hardware, for your department, you must follow theÌýUniversity Tech Acquisition process.

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