How do I install software on my EWU managed Windows computer?
There are several ways to install software on EWU managed Windows computers. EWU IT curates an App store with many productivity and commonly used software packages. The name of the App store will vary according to which image your computer has.
On older computers, the App store is called Software Center.
On newer computers, the App store is called Company Portal.
Machines that still utilize Software Center will eventually be migrated to a new version of our image, which will use Company Portal as pictured below.
To launch the apps, click in the Windows search bar or hit the Windows key and type the name of the apps.
Click on the associated icons to launch the App.
Click on Apps at the left menu to view all available apps.
Company Portal
Software Center
Click on the desired App. In this case, we'll use 7-Zip as an example.
Company Portal
Software Center
You will see a summary of the App at the next screen with an Install button at the top right. Click Install to proceed.
Company Portal
Software Center
You will see a Download Pending banner above the application that you're attempting to install.
Company Portal
Software Center
Depending on the size of the application this process can take several minutes.
Upon completion, you'll see an Installed notification in place the Download pending banner.
The app is now installed and ready to use!
If you wish install applications that are not available in Software Center or Company Portal, you must use Make Me Admin application installed on your Windows PC. EWU IT has a KB article about this process located here: How do I get administrative rights on my PC? How do I use the MakeMeAdmin application on my PC?