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Free Software Resources for Students, Faculty, and Staff

As part of our commitment to providing the best tools for learning and development, we have identified several free software resources available to students, faculty, and staff. These tools can assist with a wide range of tasks, including development, deployment, and system upgrades.

1. Windows 11 Upgrade

If you are running a licensed version of Windows 10, you may be eligible to upgrade to Windows 11 for free. This upgrade includes enhanced security, performance improvements, and additional features.

• Eligibility: You need a valid Windows 10 license.
• How to Upgrade: You can start the upgrade by visiting Microsoft’s official Windows 11 download page.
• FAQ: For more details, including hardware requirements and installation instructions, refer to Microsoft's Upgrade to Windows 11 FAQ.

2. Visual Studio Dev Essentials

Visual Studio Dev Essentials is a free program that provides developers with a variety of tools, services, and training resources.

• Key Features:
  • Access to Visual Studio Code and Visual Studio Community editions
  • Cloud services like Azure and GitHub Actions
  • Free training from Microsoft Learn
• Get Started: Join the program by visiting the Visual Studio Dev Essentials page 
• You'll need to log in using your utrgv.edu email credentials and click on use your benefits

3. Azure Dev Tools for Teaching

Students and educators have access to professional developer tools and services through Azure Dev Tools for Teaching. This program is perfect for those who need to learn and work with cloud-based services, development environments, and other technical platforms.

• Key Features:
  • Access to a variety of Microsoft software development tools
  • Free Azure credits for cloud services
  • Learning resources for building applications
• Access: Visit the Azure for Education page to get started.
• You'll need to log in using your utrgv.edu email credentials.

Summary of Available Free Software: