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What is Microsoft Groove?      
Does NUI, Galway have a site licence for Microsoft Groove software?
How can I get Microsoft Groove software for my computer?
Can I install Microsoft Groove software on my home computer?
Where can I get technical support about Microsoft Groove?
Frequently Asked Questions

What is Microsoft Groove?

Office Groove 2007 is a collaboration software program that helps teams work together dynamically and effectively, even if team members work for different organizations, work remotely, or work offline.

Version Installed in the PC Suites: n/a 
Current version available: MS Office 2007   

Platforms

• Windows Yes
• Macintosh  No
• Linux No

Does NUI, Galway have a site licence for MS Groove software?

Microsoft Groove is covered by The Microsoft Campus Agreement.  This agreement only applies to staff of NUI, Galway and/or PCs located on campus with work-at-home rights for permanent staff of NUI, Galway. It does not cover PCs owned privately by students.  Click here for more information on The Microsoft Campus Agreement

How can I get Microsoft Groove software for my computer?

• Students 
  Students can download a free trial from the Microsoft Office web pages.
  
  
• Staff
  Staff can borrow installation CD/DVD from  the Service Desk in Information Solutions and Services
  (ext 5777, email servicedesknuigalway.ie).  If you borrow Microsoft Office software, you are obliged to sign a Licence Agreement form.
  
  Microsoft Groove is available to postgraduate researchers for on-campus use only i.e. researchers who have a desktop computer linked to the campus network (excluding wireless connections). Please email  servicedesknuigalway.ie to borrow a copy of the installation CD/DVD.
  
  
• Installation Information
  To install software on your machine you must login as an administrator
  

Can I install Microsoft Groove software on my home computer?

Yes, for permanent staff members only.  Installation CD/DVD are available from the Service Desk in Information Solutions and Services (ext. 5777, email servicedesknuigalway.ie).  If you borrow Microsoft Office software, you are obliged to sign a Licence Agreement form

Where can I get technical support about Microsoft Groove?

Technical support is available from Microsoft Office Online 

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