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Finding Data & Statistics: MATLAB

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Why MATLAB?

Why MATLAB?

MATLAB is not just a statistical package, but a numerical computing environment that offers much more flexibility than pure statistical softwares, especially for more advanced analysis. It's not a drag-from-menu-bar application, and you need to learn the MATLAB programming language. MATLAB is more used in field of science and engineering, however, the statistics toolbox and econometrics toolbox are very powerful and useful for social science data analysis too.

Where to Find MATLAB?

MATLAB R2014a is installed on the  computers in the library's Giga Lab (located on the 1st floor of the library).

Online Tutorials

Free open tutorials online, ordered by level of proficiency.