FAQ
What can you normally do with the Student Version Lite?
- Analyze time series.
- Create econometric models.
- Perform regressions, forecasts, and statistical tests.
- Use the full graphical interface.
- Load data from Excel, online databases, etc. (restrictions only on saving).
What can’t you do with the Student Version Lite?
- Does not allow files with more than 1,500 observations per series to be saved.
- Does not allow data to be exported when the number of objects/observations exceeds the limits (e.g., more than 60 objects).
- Does not allow offline work for long periods (requires periodic internet connection).
Are there specific versions for students?
Yes. There are two academic versions:
- Student Version Lite (free)
- Free for students.
- Requires serial number (order online).
- Expires after 1 year.
- Does not allow saving/exporting files above certain limits (e.g., 1,500 observations per series).
- University Edition (paid, with academic discount)
- Expires after 6 months.
- Requires internet access every 10 days.
- Based on the Enterprise version, but with data size limitations.
- Student Version Lite (free)
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.)
- Observations and series
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.
- Programming (EViews Programs)
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?
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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
- 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 I use Amos with data from SPSS?
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?
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?
- 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?
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:
I received a suspicious email. What should I do?
Target Audience: Iscte-IUL 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.
How to schedule a Microsoft Teams meeting from Outlook?
Target Audience: Iscte-IUL Community
Answer/Solution:
A. Desktop & Web
A.1. New Outlook (Desktop & Web)
- Open Outlook for desktop or web.
- Select Calendar
.
- Select New event
.
- Nest to Title, turn on the Teams meeting toggle.
- From the Calendar dropdown menu, choose the account you want to schedule a Teams meeting with.
- Add meeting details and invite attendees.
- Select Send
.
A.2. Classic Outlook (Desktop)
- Open the Outlook desktop app.
- In the Home tab, select the dropdown arrow next to New Email.
- Select Meeting.
- In the Meeting tab, select the dropdown arrow next to Teams Meeting.
- Select Schedule meeting.
- Teams meeting join info appears below the details.
- 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.
- Select Set up
- Select Send
B. Mobile
- Open the Outlook mobile app.
- Tap Calendar
.
- Tap New Event.
- Ative o botão de alternar Teams Meeting toggle.
- Enter meeting details and invite attendees.
- Tap Save
.
How do I invite participants to a meeting in Teams?
Target Audience: Iscte-IUL Community
Answer/Solution:
- Create a meeting or open one in your Teams calendar.
- Enter names in the “Required attendees” field.
- 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.
- In the New calendar, select “Response options
- o invite someone outside Iscte, type their full email address (ex.: Joe@example.com).
- Select “Send update” ou “Send
“. Invitees will receive an email with a link to the meeting.
How can I get info on student statuses in Fénix+?
Target Audience: Iscte-IUL Teachers
Answer/Solution:
Open a browser (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari, Opera…)
- Go to https://fenix-mais.iscte-iul.pt/
- If you have Iscte account credentials in the format xxnes@iscte-iul.pt and the corresponding password, click on “login.iscte-iul.pt” and log in using your Iscte account credentials (e.g., xxnes and the corresponding password).
- In the “Teacher” tab, select “Management” → “Students“.
- Information about the students statuses appears in the respective column.
Futher Information:
How to create extra/replacement class in Fénix +?
Target Audience: Iscte-IUL Teachers
Answer/Solution:
Open a browser (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari, Opera…)
- Go to https://fenix-mais.iscte-iul.pt/
- If you have Iscte account credentials in the format xxnes@iscte-iul.pt and the corresponding password, click on “login.iscte-iul.pt” and log in using your Iscte account credentials (e.g., xxnes and the corresponding password).
- In the “Teacher” tab, select “Management” → “Lessons Calendar” → “Courses Dashboard“’ → “Manage“.
- Click on “Create Extra Lesson/Substitution“.
- Fill in at least the mandatory fields (*) and the fields referring to “Room Requirements” in the “Create Extra Lesson / Substitution” window and click on “Create“.
- Click on “Save“.
Futher Information:
How to check student attendance in Fénix +?
Target Audience: Iscte-IUL Teachers
Answer/Solution:
Open a browser (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari, Opera…)
- Go to https://fenix-mais.iscte-iul.pt/
- If you have Iscte account credentials in the format xxnes@iscte-iul.pt and the corresponding password, click on “login.iscte-iul.pt” and log in using your Iscte account credentials (e.g., xxnes and the corresponding password).
- In the “Teacher” tab, select “Management” → “Lessons Calendar” → “Courses Dashboard“’ → “Manage“.
- Identify the lesson line by checking the “Date” and “Time” and click “students” in the “Assiduity” column.
Futher Information:
- Learn +
How to create a summary in Fénix +?
Target Audience: Iscte-IUL Teachers
Answer/Solution:
Open a browser (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari, Opera…)
- Go to https://fenix-mais.iscte-iul.pt/
- If you have Iscte account credentials in the format xxnes@iscte-iul.pt and the corresponding password, click on “login.iscte-iul.pt” and log in using your Iscte account credentials (e.g., xxnes and the corresponding password).
- In the “Teacher” tab, select “Management” → “Lessons Calendar” → “Courses Dashboard“’ → “Manage“.
- Identify the lesson line by checking the “Date” and “Time” and click “+ Create” in the ‘Summary’ column.
- Fill in the fields in the “Create Summary” window and finish by clicking “Create“.
Futher Information:
How to view/change personal contacts-Iscte that will be imported into other Iscte applications?
Target Audience: Iscte-IUL Employees
Answer/Solution:
- Open a browser (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari, Opera…)
- Go to https://fenix-mais.iscte-iul.pt/
- If you have Iscte account credentials in the format xxnes@iscte-iul.pt and the corresponding password, click on “login.iscte-iul.pt” and log in using your Iscte account credentials (e.g., xxnes and the corresponding password).
- In the “ISCTE.solutions” tab, select “Personal Area” → “ISCTE Contacts” → “View Contacts”.
- Choose the type of contact (Offices, Telephone Extensions or Lockers) by clicking on the respective tabs.
- Click on the ‘Make Default’ option in the line of information you wish to make preferred.
- Click on ‘Yes’.
Further Information: