Data Analysis Software

WHAT IS SPSS STATISTICS?

SPSS Statistics is a software program for statistical data analysis. Commands can be executed using the menu system or using command syntax. It is available for both Windows and Macintosh operating systems.

WHY USE SPSS?

• Intuitive drop-down menu system is easy to learn for beginners.
• Syntax adds flexibility, customization, and automation options.
• Supported on Windows, Macintosh, and Linux operating systems.
• Widely used in the social sciences.

WHAT FILE TYPES ARE SPECIFICALLY ASSOCIATED WITH SPSS?

• *.sav - An SPSS data file. Contains the raw data and any associated labels and type definitions.
• *.sps - An SPSS syntax file. Allows you to execute a specific set of commands on a chosen data file.
• *.spv - A 'viewer' file that was created in SPSS version 16 or later. Displays all of the logs and the output created during an SPSS session.
• *.spo - A 'viewer' file that was created in SPSS version 15 or earlier. Displays all of the logs and the output created during an SPSS session.
• *.jnl - A 'journal' file. Records all syntax executed during an SPSS session.

Note: Viewer files with *.spo extensions were created in SPSS Statistics version 15 or earlier. These files can not be opened in SPSS Statistics versions 16 and later.

Fitchburg State University maintains a university-wide, limited seat license for SPSS which can be installed on any university-owned computer at no charge. SPSS Statistics is compatible with Windows and Mac and operating systems, but SPSS Amos is only compatible with Windows. 

UNIVERSITY-OWNED COMPUTERS

Please contact the Technology Department to receive a copy of the software or to renew your existing license.

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