The software you install will be good for 14 months. Also, several students have already successfully downloaded, installed and operated the software this Spring 2010 - the process IS working properly - please contact tech support should you run into issues. Lastly, if you cannot get through the above process then please utilize autocad at the CTC as it is open 7 days/week (http://www.cabrillo.edu/services/ctc/). Thank you. Link to site: http://students.autodesk.com/?nd=or&id=6091&ic=kAfXr15m_C