OpenStat

OpenStat, latest version 30.0, is a powerful software program developed by Bill Miller. Designed to run on a broad range of Windows operating systems including Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10, and 11, OpenStat serves as a comprehensive tool for Education in the Science Tools subcategory. The program is known for offering a vast array of parametric, nonparametric, multivariate, measurement, statistical process control, and financial procedures.

Users can access a multitude of methods for saving and opening data files, with a preference for the .TEX extension to save not only the data but also the variable definitions within the grid. This flexibility extends to tab files, which facilitate importing data from other software applications like Excel, and exporting to different programs.

One of the standout features of OpenStat is its extensive graphical output options under various sub-menus within the Analyses main menu. These visual tools make it easy for users to plot and interpret data accurately, such as displaying plots of X versus Y from the Descriptives Menu.

For those interested in previous versions, OpenStat comes with a rich history including version 17.0 and 13.3, and is also known under several aliases such as OpenStat4 Revision 2, OpenStation, and OpenStat2. The latest version, identified by OpenStat.exe, and OpenStat2.exe files, showcases significant improvements and enhanced functionalities compared to its predecessors.

Pros:

• Free download: OpenStat can be freely downloaded, making it accessible to a broad audience.
• Comprehensive tool with a wide variety of statistical procedures and simulations.
• Flexibility in saving and opening data files via different file extensions.

Cons:

• The interface might be overwhelming for beginners due to the abundance of options and features.
• Limited support for non-Windows operating systems.

By offering extensive features and a user-friendly setup for importing and exporting data, OpenStat has become an essential tool for many in the educational and scientific community. Be sure to download it to explore the full range of its capabilities!

You may want to check out more software, such as SRIM, Equation Wizard or StatPlus, which might be related to OpenStat.