Software, Applications, & AI

Guides for Bowdoin-provided and supported software, applications, and AI tools available to students, faculty, and staff.

Categories (8)

Adobe Creative Cloud

Install and use Adobe Creative Cloud apps available to Bowdoin faculty, staff, and students.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Guides for AI tools available at Bowdoin — including LibreChat, Microsoft Copilot, Google NotebookLM, Bowdoin Bot, and Zoom AI Companion — along with tips for effective use and information about AI's environmental impact.

DocuSign

Send documents for electronic signature using DocuSign.

General Software & Tools

Guides for additional Bowdoin-supported software tools including Notability, Jamf Self Service, and other campus applications.

Microsoft 365

How-to guides and support articles for Microsoft 365 apps including Outlook, OneDrive, Teams, SharePoint, Word, Bookings, and more.

Panopto

Guides for recording, editing, and sharing video content using Panopto, Bowdoin's media hosting platform. Includes recording, media library management, and Canvas embedding.

Operating Systems

Guides for configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting the operating systems on Bowdoin-issued computers and mobile devices, including macOS, Windows 11, iPadOS, and web browsers.

Research & Academic Software

Support and installation guides for research and statistical software including MATLAB, SPSS, ArcGIS, NVivo, and more.