SPSS Statistics Base 17.0 is a comprehensive statistical analysis software that helps analysts and researchers solve business and research problems. It provides data access, data management and preparation, data analysis and reporting capabilities. It is compatible with Windows, Apple Mac OS X, and Linux operating platforms. The software enables faster access and analysis of large data sets, with easy data preparation features and support for multiple languages. It also supports custom data dictionaries and identification of duplicate records. The software provides comprehensive functionality for data management and statistical analysis.