How do I download and install the Microsoft software available on DreamSpark?
It should be quick and easy. The software download link on each DreamSpark software page allows you to download either an executable file or an ISO image file. Some Microsoft software on DreamSpark requires a license key (an activation key) to activate the software. If a license key is required, you’ll see a link for the license key download right next to the download link for the software bits on the software page. If you don’t see a license key download link, that means the license key is already embedded in the software and does not need to be downloaded separately. The download process for ISO images allows you to create a bootable disc that you can then install onto your computer in case the machine you downloaded with was not yours. Unlike an executable file, the downloadable ISO image must be placed onto a disc or virtual drive before installation can occur.
It should be quick and easy. The software download link on each DreamSpark software page allows you to download either an executable file or an ISO image file. Some Microsoft software on DreamSpark requires a license key (an activation key) to activate the software. If a license key is required, you’ll see a link for the license key download right next to the download link for the software bits on the software page. If you don’t see a license key download link, that means the license key is already embedded in the software and does not need to be downloaded separately. The download process for ISO images allows you to create a bootable disc that you can then install onto your computer in case the machine you downloaded with was not yours. Unlike an executable file, the downloadable ISO image must be placed onto a disc or virtual drive before installation can occur. In order to properly download software, you must choose one of the following two options: burn the ISO image to a CD/DVD d
