The information below will show one how to install install Mathematica on a Mac or Windows computer.

The Steps:

1. Visit http://user.wolfram.com and create (or login to) a Wolfram ID.
   
   

   NOTE: You will need to use your Pomona College email address

   
   
2. Visit the 'Wolfram Activation Key Request Form' at https://user.wolfram.com/portal/requestAK/b4265132043c914c79a1373f7408135ec290cd79 .
   1. Log in with your Wolfram ID
      
      
   2. Fill in the required information, select your desired version of Mathematica and click '  Submit  '.
      
      
   3. Make a note of your activation key
      
      
3. Click on the the 'Product Summary page' link, accessible from the same page where you received the activation key.
   
   
4. Click the '  Get Downloads  ' button and download Mathematica (Mac or Windows).
   
   
5. Install Mathematica and launch the application.
   
   
6. Enter the Activation Key you received earlier and press Activate (an internet connection is required).
   
   
7. Accept the license agreement and click 'OK'.
   
   

Mathematica is now ready to use.