In order to provide a universal operating environment, IRM adopted a standard desktop for FAU. This standard desktop makes it easier for university departments to share files and also allows IRM to provide better support. It is especially beneficial for the implementation of software upgrades and anti-virus updates. This standard does not restrict the choice of application software for individual users and departments.

The FAU standard desktop includes the following applications, the cost of which IRM has underwritten. If you need other software installed on your computer, you must have legal, licensed copies of the software in your possession.

• Acrobat Reader
• SSH Secure FTP Client
• Office 2007 Professional*
• Office 2010 Professional*
• Internet Explorer
• Firefox

*Includes Outlook Professional e-mail client

• Acrobat Reader
• Fetch FTP Client
• Office 2008*
• Office 2011**
• Safari
• Firefox

*Includes Entourage e-mail client

**Includes Outlook 2011 e-mail client

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