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What are the differences between EViews University Edition and Student Lite?

Both versions use the same environment and the same essential econometric methods, but Student Lite is severely limited, while the University Edition offers almost all the capabilities of the professional version.

Price and Licensing

- Student Lite: Free, just request the serial number via the form.
- University Edition: Paid

Data Size Limitations (Workfile Limits)

- Observations and series
  - University Edition: Up to 4 million observations per series (Windows) and up to 120 million (Mac).
  - Student Lite: Maximum of 1,500 observations per series.
- Total Observations in File
  - University Edition: Unlimited.
  - Student Lite: Up to 15,000 total observations.
- Number of Objects
  - University Edition: Unlimited.
  - Student Lite: Maximum of 60 objects.
- Workfile Pages
  - University Edition: Unlimited.
  - Student Lite: Only 3 pages.
- Saving and Exporting Files
  - University Edition: You can save and export files normally.
  - Student Lite: Does not allow you to save workfiles or export data. (This is one of the most important restrictions.)

Features and Integrations

- Programming (EViews Programs)
  - University Edition: Yes.
  - Student Lite: No.
- COM Automation / ODBC / Database Extensions
  - University Edition: Supports various integrations, such as ODBC and EDX, depending on the system.
  - Student Lite: Does not offer these integrations.
- Access to External Databases
  - University Edition: Extensive support (e.g., FRED, ODBC, EDX).
  - Student Lite: Only basic reading of some databases such as FRED.

Technical Compatibility

- Both are 64-bit and run on Windows and macOS (Catalina+).
- Student Lite does not run on virtual machines.
- Both require periodic internet access.

What is Autodesk used for in an academic context?

EN

Autodesk software is useful for:

- Designing in 2D and 3D.
- Creating BIM models (e.g., Revit).
- Developing mechanical designs (e.g., Inventor, Fusion).
- Creating 3D animation and modeling (e.g., Maya, 3ds Max).
- Preparing high-quality professional portfolios.

What are the most commonly used Autodesk software programs among students

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- AutoCAD – desenho técnico 2D/3D.
- Revit – arquitetura e BIM.
- Fusion / Fusion 360 – modelação mecânica e engenharia.
- 3ds Max – modelação e render.
- Maya – animação e efeitos visuais.
- Civil 3D – engenharia civil.
- More APPS…

Can students get free access to Autodesk software?

PT

Yes. See how it is here.

Can I use Amos with data from SPSS?

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Yes. Amos imports .sav files directly, which makes it easier when you have already performed analyses in SPSS.

Do I need to know advanced statistics?

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A background in multivariate statistics helps, but you don’t need to be an expert. Amos has a graphical interface that makes it easy to create models.

How can I use Amos in Academic Work?

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- Validate questionnaires (e.g., CFA – Confirmatory Factor Analysis).
- Test theoretical models.
- Assess relationships between variables (direct and indirect).
- Analyze mediation and moderation.
- Create structural models for theses, articles, and dissertations.

What is Multifactor Authentication?

Atualizado/Updated: 2026-05-13

PT

Target Audience: Iscte-IUL Community

Answer/Solution:

Multifactor authentication (MFA) is a method used to strengthen identity validation mechanisms, ensuring that the process of accessing protected systems and resources requires at least two additional authentication factors.

At Iscte, the username and password pair constitutes the first authentication factor.

To ensure an additional level of security when accessing institutional systems, we recommend using the Okta Verify application as a second authentication factor (MFA).

Additional Information:

- Learn more

I received a suspicious email. What should I do?

Atualizado/Updated: 2026-05-26

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Target Audience: Iscte Community

Answer/Solution:

If you receive an email that seems strange or potentially malicious, follow these steps:

Do not interact with the content
- - Do not open attachments.
  - Do not click on links.
  - Do not reply to the sender.
Check for warning signs
- - Unknown sender or strange address.
  - Spelling mistakes or unnatural language.
  - Urgent or threatening requests.
  - Requests for passwords, personal, or financial information.
  - Sender pretending to be someone internal, but with a different domain.
Use the Report button in Outlook Desktop/Web to report phishing or mark as junk
- - Select the email
  - Report → Report Phishing or Report as junk if it is just spam. This action helps us block future attempts. Esta ação ajuda-nos a bloquear tentativas futuras.
Inform our Cybersecurity team
- - Forward the message (preferably as an Outlook attachment) to csirt@iscte-iul.pt.
  - Briefly describe what made you suspicious.
Delete the email from your inbox
- - After reporting or forwarding the message, delete it to avoid further accidental interactions.

Further Information:

See also:

- Email (overview)
- Troubleshooting Guide

How to schedule a Microsoft Teams meeting from Outlook?

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Target Audience: Iscte-IUL Community

Answer/Solution:

A. Desktop & Web

A.1. New Outlook (Desktop & Web)

1. 1. 1. 1. Open Outlook for desktop or web.
      2. Select Calendar .
      3. Select New event .
      4. Nest to Title, turn on the Teams meeting toggle.
      5. From the Calendar dropdown menu, choose the account you want to schedule a Teams meeting with.
      6. Add meeting details and invite attendees.
      7. Select Send .

A.2. Classic Outlook (Desktop)

1. 1. 1. 1. Open the Outlook desktop app.
      2. In the Home tab, select the dropdown arrow next to New Email.
      3. Select Meeting.
      4. In the Meeting tab, select the dropdown arrow next to Teams Meeting.
      5. Select Schedule meeting.
        Teams meeting join info appears below the details.
      6. Add meeting details and invite attendees.
        Select Set up to change meeting options. Some meeting options may be optimized based on your meeting details, such as number of attendees. .
        In the Set up your Teams meeting pane, select All options to view all meeting options.
      7. Select Send .

B. Mobile

1. 1. Open the Outlook mobile app.
  2. Tap Calendar .
  3. Tap New Event.
  4. Ative o botão de alternar Teams Meeting toggle.
  5. Enter meeting details and invite attendees.
  6. Tap Save .

How do I invite participants to a meeting in Teams?

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Target Audience: Iscte-IUL Community

Answer/Solution:

1. Create a meeting or open one in your Teams calendar.
2. Enter names in the “Required attendees” field.
3. add optional attendees.
  - - In the New calendar, select “Response options ” > “Add optional attendees ” and add their names in the “Add required attendees” field.
    - In the Classic calendar, select “Optional ” in the “Add required attendees” field and add their names.
4. o invite someone outside Iscte, type their full email address (ex.: Joe@example.com).
5. Select “Send update” ou “Send “. Invitees will receive an email with a link to the meeting.

What are the system requirements for Autodesk software?

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Target Audience: Iscte-IUL Community

Answer/Solution: You can find the answer here.

Is IBM SPSS available for the Linux operating system?

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Target Audience: Iscte-IUL Community.

Answer/Solution: Version 27.0.1 of IBM SPSS was the last version supported for the Linux operating system.

What are phishing messages?

Atualizado/Updated: 2026-05-26

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Target Audience: Iscte Community

Answer/Solution:

Phishing is a type of attack that uses social engineering techniques to capture sensitive information from a victim via email.

- When this technique is used via SMS, it is called smishing, and when used via telephone (voice), it is called vishing.
- This technique can also be used via instant messaging on social media applications.

What to do?

- Do not click on attachments or links in suspicious emails, instant messages, or text messages;
- When contacted, confirm the authenticity of the email address, profile, or phone number of origin;
- Always evaluate the appropriateness of the content of emails, instant messages, text messages, or phone calls;
- Do not share personal data or follow instructions without checking the authenticity of the request with other sources—for example, with your bank account manager or a superior;
- Be wary of messages with formal language errors, but also do not trust all messages just because they do not contain formal language errors;
- In organizations, carry out simulations of phishing and smishing attacks, and possibly vishing attacks, in order to raise awareness and increase vigilance regarding these methods;
- Do not share sensitive data on social media, as this practice can provide information to potential attackers who want to carry out spear phishing (phishing targeted at a specific person);
- Report to the organization’s IT security managers or the authorities whenever you are the target or victim of such an attack;
- Be alert and do not allow yourself to be persuaded without reflection by authoritative requests, promises, or urgent requests.

Further Information:

See also:

- Email (overview)
- Troubleshooting Guide
- Best pratices (cncs.gov.pt)

How to create and add an email signature in the Outlook Web?

Atualizado/Updated: 2026-05-26

PT

Target Audience: Iscte Community

Answer/Solution:

Select Settings .
Select Accounts > Signatures.
If you have more than one account added to new Outlook, select the account you want to apply your email signature to.
Select Add signature, then give it a distinct name.
In the editing box below the new name, type your signature, then format it with the font, color, and styles to get the appearance you want.
Use the checkboxes at the bottom to choose whether to apply the signature to new messages and to replies and forwards. Or leave them blank and add the signature you want when composing a message.
Select Save when you’re done.

Further Information:

See also:

- Email (overview)
- Troubleshooting Guide

How to create and add an email signature in the new Outlook?

Atualizado/Updated: 2026-05-26

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Target Audience: Iscte Community

Answer/Solution:

Select Settings .
Select Accounts > Signatures.
If you have more than one account added to new Outlook, select the account you want to apply your email signature to.
Select Add signature, then give it a distinct name.
In the editing box below the new name, type your signature, then format it with the font, color, and styles to get the appearance you want.
Use the checkboxes at the bottom to choose whether to apply the signature to new messages and to replies and forwards. Or leave them blank and add the signature you want when composing a message.
Select Save when you’re done.

Further Information:

See also:

- Email (overview)
- Troubleshooting Guide

How to create and add an email signature in Outlook Classic?

Atualizado/Updated: 2026-05-26

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Target Audience: Iscte Community

Answer/Solution:

Open a new email message.
On the Message menu, select Signature > Signatures.
- Depending on the size of your classic Outlook window and whether you’re composing a new email message or a reply or forward, the Message menu and the Signature button might be in two different locations.
Under Select signature to edit, choose New, and in the New Signature dialog box, type a name for the signature.
Under Edit signature, compose your signature. You can change fonts, font colors, and sizes, as well as text alignment. If you want to create a more robust signature with bullets, tables, or borders, use Word to create and format your signature text, then copy and paste it into the Edit signature box. You can also use a pre-designed template to create your signature. Download the templates in Word, customize with your personal information, and then copy and paste into the Edit signature box.
Under Choose default signature, set the following options:
- In the E-mail account drop-down box, choose an email account to associate with the signature. You can have different signatures for each email account.
- You can have a signature automatically added to all new messages. Go to in the New messages drop-down box and select one of your signatures. If you don’t want to automatically add a signature to new messages, choose (none). This option does not add a signature to any messages you reply to or forward.
You can select to have your signature automatically appear in reply and forward messages. In the Replies/forwards drop-down, select one of your signatures. Otherwise, accept the default option of (none).
Choose OK to save your new signature and return to your message. Classic Outlook doesn’t add your new signature to the message you opened in Step 1, even if you chose to apply the signature to all new messages. You’ll have to add the signature manually to this one message. All future messages will have the signature added automatically. To add the signature manually, select Signature from the Message menu and then pick the signature you just created.

Further Information:

See also:

- Email (overview)
- Troubleshooting Guide

How can I get help with the NAU platform?

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- Fill out the support form provided by FCT.
- Want to know more about NAU? Contact FCT!
- Learn + (Information provided by FCT).

How to register/create an account on the NAU platform?

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1. Access the NAU platform website.
2. Click on “Register” in the upper right corner.
  Fill in the required fields on the account registration form.
3. Click on “Create Account.”
  After completing the above procedure, you must activate your account via email.
4. Note: If you do not receive the automatic email in your inbox, confirm that the information you entered is correct and/or check your Spam, Junk Mail, or Trash folder.

- Learn + (Informação da responsabilidade da FCT).

How do I submit answers to tests?

PT

In single-question questionnaires/tests/quizzes, the questions are independent and there is a “Submit” button for each question. In questionnaires/tests/quizzes where answers are submitted collectively, the “Submit” button is located at the end of a set of questions.

The number of attempts for questionnaires/tests/quizzes depends on the course and its answer options. After submitting the answer, the platform will provide feedback on whether the answer is correct or incorrect, as well as the number of attempts used. If there is no limit on the number of attempts, the button will always be active.

- Learn + (Informação da responsabilidade da FCT).