How to License SAS Software

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SAS provides software that enables companies to make decisions on historical facts and statistics. the software enables good decision making that is based on facts rather than speculation. To keep up with current statistics and information, companies must have up to date software, which means licensing must be kept valid. The more people use the SAS software, the more licenses will need to be purchased.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy
Step1
Investigate which SAS software you and your company really need. There are several options, and examples of each are offered. Check out each one that appears helpful and ask your service agent questions to be sure you are getting what you need.
Step2
Purchase the software, or check with your IT department to see if the SAS software has already been purchased.
Step3
Select the platform that you will be installing and using the software on. Unix and different versions of Windows are the most popular platforms offered.
Step4
Read the rules of licensing and installation of the SAS software. Different software may have different licensing rules about installation on different machines and how many users can use it if installed on a network.
Step5
Renew SAS licenses annually. Often, renewing the license will be cheaper than repurchasing the entire software package.
Step6
Renew the software before the 90-day grace period ends. The software will not function without a license.
Step7
Buy the license from the university you are attending or teaching at as you may get a discount purchasing from an educational institution rather than directly from the software company.

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