DreamSpark

What is DreamSpark?
DreamSpark is a program created in 2008 and offered by Microsoft to educational institutions which provides access to a number of various software packages. With it, students can download development tools, OS software and other Microsoft software for educational use.

How to Access the Store
UNHM's DreamSpark store can be accessed through OnTheHub. All CIS/MS IT students have access to a DreamSpark account.
 * 1) Goto the OnTheHub website.
 * 2) Find the "Search for your School Now" tab at the top of the page
 * 3) Select the country and state from the dropdown menu
 * 4) Enter University of New Hampshire Manchester as the school
 * 5) A popup menu should appear, displaying a link to the store, follow it

Use the sign in feature at the top of the page to sign in to your account. Students may have to register his or her account before being able to access the store.


 * 1) Alternatively, follow this link to go straight to the store.

Register User Account
Students will receive an email when his or her account has been created. To complete the registration, follow the link on the email and choose a password. After submitting, the account will be created and access will be granted to the VMWare store.

Software Packages
Students have access to the following software:
 * Microsoft Visual Studio
 * Microsoft Project
 * Microsoft Access
 * Microsoft Office Suite
 * Microsoft Virtual PC
 * Microsoft Visio
 * Microsoft Exchange
 * Microsoft OS Software
 * More...