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title: "Cal Poly Software Hub - QuickStart"
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Follow the steps below to get started quickly and gain access to the [Cal Poly Software Hub](https://calpoly.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/CPKB/pages/1785495553). *(powered by **[AppsAnywhere](https://www.appsanywhere.com/product/appsanywhere-videos)**.)*

> ⚠️ The Cal Poly Software Hub provides software that may be installed on personal computers.   
> ⚠️ If you’re using a Cal Poly state-owned computer or a tech rental, please see the support pages for installing software on [Windows](https://calpoly.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/CPKB/pages/1738342981) or [Mac.](https://calpoly.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/CPKB/pages/1683718145) However, virtual computer lab software links are available to state-owned, tech rentals, and personal computers alike.


1. Go to [software.calpoly.edu](https://software.calpoly.edu)

> ℹ️ NOTE: You may need to accept the End-User License Agreement (EULA) if/when prompted.

2. Click **Install now**.
3. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the download/installation on your device.  
*See **[Install the AppsAnywhere client](https://calpoly.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/CPKB/pages/1771634714)** for more detailed installation guidance.*
4. Use the **Search Apps **field to search by software title or vendor name.
  
5. Click the **Virtual Computer Labs**, **Open, Download** or** Launch **button for the software you wish to use.** **

> ℹ️ **TIPS**
> ℹ️ 
> ℹ️ - Click the drop-down arrow to the right of the software icon to access the available buttons.
> ℹ️ - Software Hub will only display a “Launch” button if you already have that application installed on your device.
> ℹ️ - Click the software **logo/icon(s) **for an expanded detailed view containing any serial numbers for licensing and important information you might need to install the software.


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