SPSS, which stands for Statistical Package for the Social Sciences, is a software package that provides a range of tools for data analysis and statistical analysis. It was originally developed by the SPSS company, which was acquired by IBM in 2009. The software is commonly used in the social sciences, including fields like psychology, sociology, and political science, as well as in market research, public health, and other fields that involve the analysis of large datasets.
SPSS provides a range of capabilities for data management, including tools for importing, cleaning, and transforming data, as well as for data analysis, including tools for statistical modeling, hypothesis testing, and data visualization. The software also includes a programming language, known as Syntax, that allows users to write custom programs and automate repetitive tasks.
SPSS is available in several different versions, including a free trial version and a range of paid versions with different levels of functionality. It is available for both Windows and Mac operating systems.