System Utilities Software
This page contains general system software that is typically needed in addition to your windows operating system.
Adobe Reader
Click here to download Adobe PDF Reader
1.) After clicking the above link, click the red "Download" button.
2.) Click "OK" at the following prompt.
3.) Wait for the download to complete (fairly large download, may take a while on slower connection).
4.) Click "Install Now" at the next prompt.
5.) Click "I Agree".
6.) Click "Finish".
7.) Click "Install".
8.) Click "Finish".
9.) Click "Accept".
10.) Keep clicking "Next" and then click "Install".
11.) After the install is completed, the installer will finish and automatically close.
CutePDF
Portable Document Format (PDF) is the de facto standard for the secure and reliable distribution and exchange of electronic documents and forms around the world. CutePDF Writer (formerly CutePDF Printer) is the free version of commercial PDF creation software. CutePDF Writer installs itself as a "printer subsystem". This enables virtually any Windows applications (must be able to print) to create professional quality PDF documents - with just a push of a button!
To visit CutePDF’s website follow this link: http://www.cutepdf.com/Products/CutePDF/writer.asp
CutePDF uses two modules the converter and the printer. You must first install the converter to be able to make the documents and then install the CutePDF printer to allow you to print from any windows program, just like a paper printer.
Click this link first to install the converter.
Download and install instructions:
1.) Choose "Run" from the dialog box popup.
2.) After the download is complete, click "Run".
3.) Choose "Setup" from the dialog box popup.
Click this link next to install CutePDF.
1.) Choose "Run" from the dialog box popup.
2.) After the download is complete, click "Run".
3.) Click "Next" at your next prompt.
4.) Check the circle that says "I accept the license agreement." Then click next.
5.) Click "Install".
FileZilla
FileZilla is a powerful FTP-client for Windows NT4, 2000 and XP. It has been designed for ease of use and with support for as many features as possible, while still being fast and reliable.
Click here to download FileZilla Now
Download and install instructions:
1.) After clicking the above link, click the green "Download Now" Icon.
2.) Choose "Run" from the dialog box popup.
3.) After the download is complete, click "Run".
4.) Click "Next" at your next prompt.
5.) Check the box that says "I accept the license agreement."
6.) Click "Next" at all remaining prompts.
Flash Player Plugin
Click here to download the Flash Player Plugin
1.) After clicking the above link, click the "Install Now" button toward the top of the page.
2.) Wait for the video to begin.
Google Pack
Click here to download the Google Pack
Google Pack is:
- Software specifically selected by Google
- Always free - no trial versions or spyware
- Ready to use in just a few clicks
Google Pack Includes:
- Google Earth
- Google Toolbar for Internet Explorer
- Norton Security Scan
- Spyware Doctor Starter Edition
- Google Desktop
- Picasa
- Mozilla Firefox with Google Toolbar
- Google Photos Screensaver
- Adobe Reader
- Google Talk
- Skype
- RealPlayer
- StarOffice
Java Automatic Install
Click here to download Sun Microsystem's Java
Java software allows you to run applications called "applets" that are written in the Java programming language. These applets allow you to play online games, chat with people around the world, calculate your mortgage interest, and view images in 3D. Corporations also use applets for intranet applications and e-business solutions.
K9 Web Protection
http://www1.k9webprotection.com/
K9 Web Protection is our free Internet filtering and control solution for the home. K9 puts YOU in control of the Internet so you can protect your kids.
K9 Web Protection is Web filtering software. When you have it turned on, it prevents the computer user from viewing Web sites that contain unwanted content. It can block more than 55 different categories of content, including pornography, hate speech and sites that promote violence or permit gambling.
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All that you need to qualify is a valid .edu email address.
Microsoft Office Word File Reader
Click here to download Microsoft's Office Word File Reader
View, print and copy Word documents, even if you don't have Word installed. This download is a replacement for Word 97 Viewer and all previous Word Viewer versions.
Mozilla Firefox
Click here to download Mozilla Firefox
1.) After clicking the above link, click the green "Download Firefox " button on the left of the page.
2.) Click "Run" at the first prompt.
3.) Wait for the download to be completed.
4.) Click "Run" at the next prompt.
5.) Click Next.
6.) Select "I accept the terms of the License Agreement"
7.) Click Next.
8.) Click Next again.
9.) Wait for the installation to be completed and then click "Finish".
RealVNC
Click here to download RealVNC
1.) After clicking the above link, click the "Download and Use" link under the" Free Edition" Column.
2.) Click the "Proceed to download" button.
3.) Click the download button that says "Executable" next to it.
4.) Check the checkbox that reads "I accept these terms and conditions" and click the "Download" button.
5.) Click the "Run" button on the prompt that pops up.
6.) After the download is complete you will get another prompt. Click "Run".
7.) Click "Next".
8.) Click "I accept the agreement" then click "Next".
9.) Click "Next" 5 Times then click "Install"
10.) Click the "Configure" button and set up your password (if needed).
11.) Click "Next" one last time then the installation is complete.
Q53 Which TCP/IP ports does VNC use?
A VNC server listens on two ports. The exact port numbers depend on the VNC display number, because a single machine may run multiple servers. The most important one is 59xx, where xx is the display number. The VNC protocol itself runs over this port. So for most PC servers, the port will be 5900, because they use display 0 by default.
In addition, VNC servers normally have a small and very restricted web server built in, which allows you to connect a browser to them and use the Java viewer. This runs on port 58xx. Note that this is the HTTP port used for downloading pages and applets, but once the applet is running it uses 59xx for VNC just like any other viewer.
The servers can be changed to listen on other ports if, for any reason, these are not suitable for you. See the server's documentation for more details. Most of the viewers, if given a display number larger than 99, will interpret it as a direct port number and will not add 5900. See also the next question.
If you are running a viewer in 'listening' mode, where it accepts connections initiated by the server, it will listen for incoming VNC on port 5500.
For more VNC FAQ please visit
http://www.realvnc.com/faq.html