Most universities require you to complete the or an internal ethics course on export controls.

: Most users must request the software through RSICC . While there is often a processing fee for commercial or non-academic entities, qualified students and certain research institutions can sometimes receive it for free or at a significantly reduced rate.

A: No, not legally, unless you are a U.S. citizen working remotely for a licensed institution. Personal home use without a license violates export controls.