
By Michael Canfield
IT Communication Specialist
Published July 23, 2026
UB Students: Did you know that UBIT offers free downloads of software on your personal devices, giving you everything you need to excel? From Microsoft 365, Zoom, and Adobe Express to cloud storage like UB Box and OneDrive, and even virus protection, learn how you can access these offerings.
See the full list of available UB-provided software at buffalo.edu/ubit/software.
You can access more software for free by visiting one of UB’s public computing sites on North or South Campus. The iMac stations at Silverman, Lockwood, and Abbott libraries feature the entire Adobe Creative Cloud suite of apps, available for free!
Need access to software available on PC stations at UB’s public computing sites, but you’re not on campus? My Virtual Public Site allows you to access software available on UB’s PC stations with your own device.
To download on your personal Windows, Mac, or Linux computer, visit UBIT’s website at buffalo.edu/ubit/software.
Additional software may also be available to you through your major. Reach out to your department for more information.
Students, faculty and staff can contact the UBIT Help Center at (716) 645-3542, email ubithelp@buffalo.edu or submit a ticket at buffalo.edu/ubit/help with technology at UB. The UB Tech Squad is also available to meet students anywhere on North or South Campus free for technology assistance.
UB Information Technology News keeps UB students, faculty, and staff informed about their IT services and showcases creative collaborations between UBIT and the campus community. Published by UB Information Technology and distributed via email as The Monthly Download. Edited by Diana Tuorto, IT Communication and Engagement, dianatuo@buffalo.edu.