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Compare Editions of Altair SLC™
Comparison of functions available in Altair SLC Standard, Academic, and Community Editions
| Standard Edition | Academic Edition | Community Edition | |
| Licensed to | Consumers and Businesses | Schools, universities, students, and researchers | Consumers and Businesses (named user only) |
| Permitted Usage | Business and Personal Activities | Teaching, Learning, and Research | Learning, Development, and Testing Activities |
| Architecture |
Workstation |
Workstation |
Workstation |
| Cost | Annual Subscription | Free | Free |
| Data Bureau Use | Yes | No | No |
| License Term | Annual | Academic Year | Calendar Year |
| Generally Available (GA) Software Access | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Early Access (EA) Software Access | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Maintenance | Yes | Yes | No |
| Technical Support Services | Yes | Discretionary | No |
| Community Forum | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Data Connectivity | All | All | All |
| SAS Language Compiler | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Python and R Language Mixing | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Command Line Use | Yes | Yes | No |
| Use with WPS Hub | Yes | No | No |
| Remote Communication and Linking | Yes | Yes | No |
| Indemnities and Warranties | Included | Included | None |
| Ad Free | Yes | Yes | No |
| Usage Stats Collection | Optional | Optional | Mandatory |
| Application Process Time | 1 Working Day | 1 Working Day | Instant Download |
| Request Quote | Get Academic Edition | Get Community Edition |