• Anti-Virus Software 
  The latest Microsoft virus and malware protection can be obtained at http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/virus-malware.aspx.  Apple devices can obtain iAntivirus from https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/iantivirus/id523947195.  Linux devices can obtain Avast from http://www.avast.com/free-antivirus-download.  The most current available version of these anti-virus software packages will be considered the default standard.
  
   
• Macromedia Flash Player 10
  Software that can be used to view Flash content, such as videos. Download Macromedia Flash Player 10.
   
• Safe Connect 
  The Safe Connect Policy Key is a small software client that continuously validates that your system has the minimum security software running and up-to-date as per the School's acceptable use policy. The Safe Connect Policy Key will also certify that certain applications, prohibited by School policy, are not running. Download Safe Connect.
   
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
  Adobe Reader software is the most universal software for sharing electronic documents. This software is equipped to read PDFs and can open and interact with all PDF documents. Users can view, search, digitally sign, verify, print, and collaborate on Adobe PDF files. Download Adobe Acrobat Reader.
     
• Goliath 
  This software is recommended for Mac users to access the L-Drive from off-campus. Goliath is an application that uses a technology called WebDAV (frequently called Web Folders) to make changes to the files stored on web servers. Download Goliath. 
       
• Uniprint
  Software-based printing solution that enables BHSU users to print from any computer, anywhere, to printers across campus. Download Uniprint. 
   
• Win-Zip Self-Extractor 
  Software that creates self-extracting Zip files containing large amounts of compressed information for faster downloading time and assurance that files do not become separated. Download Win-Zip Self-Extractor. 

These software applications are only available for Black Hills State University faculty and staff. If you need access to or would like to download one of these software applications, please submit a Request Help Form or contact the BHSU Help Desk at 605.642.6580 or BHSUHelpDesk@BHSU.edu.  

• 5 Day Folder
  The "5Day" folder is a shared folder that allows users to save documents for file transfer between department and employees. Access is limited to BHSU users, including all students, faculty, and staff. For this reason, it is important not to store sensitive/personal information, such as name, address, social security number, grades, etc. at this location. Please see document titled "READ THIS IF YOU HAVE FILES HERE.txt" located on the 5Day folder. Files will be deleted each Monday without notification. Do not store your only copy of the document at this location.
   
• Arrival
  Software application used by the receiving department for transaction of packages and tracking for deliveries. Access is limited to University Support Services personnel.
   
• Backup Procedures
  Each server is backed up on a scheduled basis to ensure no data loss in the event of a disaster. It is important that individual users backup critical documents on their workstations. Many computers have CD writers that allow backups to be written to CD. For information regarding how to backup your critical files, please contact the BHSU Help Desk.
   
• BlackBaud
  Access to BlackBaud is limited to only those personnel working within the office of Institutional Advancement. This software provides tracking capabilities for alumni, gifts, and scholarship fundraising.
   
• ChemSW
  Software application used by the science department for inventory management and informational database for chemicals.
   
• ETS
  Software application used by the College of Education for development of teaching evaluations. 
   
• File/Folder Shares
  Files and folders can be shared for departmental use when multiple people need access to the same files on a regular basis.
   
• Financial Edge
  Access to BlackBaud FE is limited to only those personnel working within Student Financial Services or a related office.
   
• FoodCo
  Provides access to inventory management tracking for Dining Services. Access is limited to select Dining Services employees.
   
• KeyFile
  Houses student records and transcripts for transfer between BHSU and other state institutions. Access is limited to Enrollment Center employees and employees requiring direct access.
   
• Maximo
  Maximo is a database driven software package that tracks work orders for Facility Services and provides. Access is limited to Facility Services employees. 
   
• Network Printing
  Offices requiring shared printers/access to shared printers should contact the BHSU Help Desk for printer requirements and procedures. 
   
• Passport
  TN3270 emulation software used to gain access to accounting information and purchasing information. Technical problems, such as installation, configuration, and connection should be directed to NCS. Each user requires a unique identifier (LU Name) to gain access to the system. LU's are controlled by BIT in Pierre. Please allow a waiting period of up to two weeks for installation and configuration. Login access questions should be directed to the BHSU Help Desk. 
   
• Student Access
  Student Access is a database driven software package used by Student Support Services.
   
• wIntegrate (Colleague)
  wIntegrate provides terminal access to a central mainframe. This software allows for BHSU employees to gain access to student records, class registrations, and grades. Technical problems, such as installation, configuration, and login access questions should be directed to the BHSU Help Desk.