Understanding the standard software available on University-owned devices

Description

Computers and devices set up and managed by OHIO IT will come with the latest version of the below software packages installed, on both Windows and Mac devices, unless otherwise specified.

Environment

Windows devices, Mac devices

Solution 

The following software packages will be automatically installed on all University-owned devices that are managed and set up by OHIO IT:

• Google Chrome

• Microsoft Defender

• Microsoft Edge

• Microsoft 365

• Mozilla Firefox ESR

In addition to the standard software packages above, there are optional software packages available via your device's self-service portal. You can install these yourself using the Software Center for Windows devices or Self-Service for Mac devices .

Outcome: You should now understand the standard software packages that are automatically installed on all devices managed by OHIO IT.

Get help from OIT

• Visit the  Remote Windows PC Software Management  page to create a ticket for Windows devices

• Visit the  Remote Mac Software Management  page to create a ticket for Mac devices

Additional resources

• Submit a Technology Review for desired software that is not standard software or software available in the Software Center/Self-Service