Except for basic software used by most researchers, UFIT Research Computing does not buy licensed software.
Individual research groups can buy software, which UFIT Research Computing will install and maintain. Staff will ensure that only members of the licensed group of users have access to the software. Software can be purchased directly from the vendor, and some may be purchased through Software Licensing Services at better prices.
- SAS and Matlab are examples of common licensed software. Research groups must show that they have purchased a license to be given access to the software installed on HiPerGator.
- Other examples of shared software are Gaussian and VASP, which are purchased by a collection of faculty that each contribute a part of the license fee.
- Software for geographic information systems (GIS) is handled by the UF Geoplan Center.
Software that is restricted under ITAR/EAR must be handled in accordance with the policies outlined in Export Compliance.
Contact Research Computing at support@rc.ufl.edu for more information and to explore special cases.