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#Download the software from the [http://www.mathworks.com/downloads/web_downloads/agent_check?s_cid=mwa-cmlndedl&mode=gwylf&refer=mwa mathworks download site] and install MATLAB (Contact a [[List_of_UAB_TAH_Asset_Managers|MATLAB-TAH Asset Manager]] to get download rights | #Download the software from the [http://www.mathworks.com/downloads/web_downloads/agent_check?s_cid=mwa-cmlndedl&mode=gwylf&refer=mwa mathworks download site] and install MATLAB. (Contact a [[List_of_UAB_TAH_Asset_Managers|MATLAB-TAH Asset Manager]] to get download rights) | ||
#Activate the software using the activation scenario that best suits your particular needs. | #Activate the software using the activation scenario that best suits your particular needs. | ||
Revision as of 15:20, 16 September 2011
MATLAB (matrix laboratory) is a numerical computing environment and fourth-generation programming language. Developed by Mathworks, MATLAB allows matrix manipulations, plotting of functions and data, implementation of algorithms, creation of user interfaces, and interfacing with programs written in other languages, including C, C++, and Fortran. An additional package, Simulink, adds graphical multi-domain simulation and Model-Based Design for dynamic and embedded systems.
In January 2011, UAB acquired a site license for MATLAB that allows faculty, staff, post-docs, and graduate students to use MATLAB, Simulink, and 42 toolboxes (including the parallel toolbox) for research activities on campus and personal systems. Additionally, MATLAB is available to students on campus computer systems.
Using MATLAB
Using Mathworks software available under the UAB campus license on your computer involves download and install steps common to all software packages and an authorization step that grants you the rights to use the software under the campus agreement.
Installation Overview
NOTE:These steps are common to all install scenarios and are detailed in Downloading and Installing MATLAB.
- Create an account at the Mathworks site using your campus @uab.edu email address.
- Request an activation key.
- Associate your Mathworks account with the campus-wide MATLAB license using your activation key.
- Download the software from the mathworks download site and install MATLAB. (Contact a MATLAB-TAH Asset Manager to get download rights)
- Activate the software using the activation scenario that best suits your particular needs.
Installation for Various Activation Scenarios
NOTE: Most on-campus users are encouraged to use the Simplified MATLAB Install option for activation unless there are special circumstances that require the alternative activation scenarios.
- Simplified MATLAB Install - This is the recommended install when MATLAB will be used on computers that remain connected to the campus network. This installation requires MatLab software to be installed on your computer and provides a simple 2-line file to activate the software. This option is highly recommend.
- Matlab Designated Computer Install - This option is recommended for mobile computing systems which may not have network access when MATLAB is being used. This install type authorizes an individual computer to run MATLAB, allowing MATLAB to run regardless of where the computer is located.