If you are reading this, you are likely a graduate student, a post-doc, or a materials scientist staring at a folder full of .dat or .txt files, trying to figure out how to deconvolute a tricky C1s peak. You are looking for the "XPSEAK download," and you have likely realized it isn’t as simple as clicking a button on the Microsoft Store. This review covers the process of acquiring the software, the user experience, and whether this legacy tool is still worth your time in 2024.
Despite its age, XPSPEAK 4.1 remains one of the most accessible tools for surface analysis. Whether you are a student learning the ropes or a seasoned researcher needing a quick fit at home, it gets the job done.
