This page contains information for Buffalo State faculty and staff on how to obtain software and hardware for home use.
Download Microsoft Office
Faculty and staff can install Microsoft Office for free on up to five (5) personal devices. Visit Install Microsoft Office on your personal device for step-by-step instructions.
Download campus licensed software
Some campus licensed software titles are available to faculty/staff for home use. For details, visit our software directory page.
Find alternatives to popular applications
Learn about (and download) alternatives to popular software applications at AlternativeTo. To learn more visit the AlternativeTo home page.
Adobe Creative Cloud
Adobe Creative Cloud is available for campus and home use for faculty and staff. You will need to request this access through the software request form https://buffalostate.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/2003/Portal/Requests/ServiceDet?ID=18631
Purchase a computer from Apple
Current faculty and staff can purchase new computers and hardware from the Apple Store at the standard educational discount. To learn more visit Apple's Education Store page.
Purchase a computer from Dell
Current faculty and staff can purchase new computers from the Dell store at the standard educational discount. To learn more visit the Dell University Store page.
SUNY Employee Discount Programs
Current faculty and staff can find discounts on hardware and software, as well as other products and services. To learn more visit the SUNY Employee Discount Programs page.