Where is wireless service?
The
list of deployment locations with wireless service is continuously growing.
Through the
STEP program wireless will become available throughout the ULL campus.
How do I log-in?
A log-in is required to use the UWIN wireless service.
| As of August 20, 2007, there has been significant changes to the UWIN network. |
For Initial configuration Instructions please select your Operating System:
- When you open your web browser it will take you to the
UWIN log-on page if your login is successful then you will be
redirected to your browsers set homepage.
**Note, you may be asked about accepting a certificate; if
asked tell the web browser to proceed. If you need to install the
security certificate to keep this message from showing up click
[Here].
- If you are accessing information that requires your username and
login (e.g. telnet or pop for email) you must set these up to be secure
connections. For email settings click
[Here]. Telnet sessions click [Here].
Once you have successfully logged in (authenticated) you will be able
to use wireless services from UWIN for the rest of the day, even if
you change your physical location (for example, move from Dupree Library to the Student Union) you will not have to log in again.
What are the rules and policies for wireless networks at ULL?
To protect your ULL CLID and password, secure communication methods
(e.g., SSH, SSL) are required for all communications with
central ULL systems.
These communications currently cover email and telnet sessions.
The usual policies for use of ULL campus network services apply,
see both Computing and Network Policy and
IT Security Policy.
This also includes these federal rules:
When you get a ULL CLID you open a gateway to a wealth of computing resources at the ULL and beyond. Remember that inappropriate use of these computing resources can result in loss of access to them.
What do I need to add wireless to my computer?
Basically, to use wireless services you will need the following:
- 802.11b or 802.11g connectivity hardware either built in
or installed on your computer and properly configured.
- Networking software correctly installed on your laptop.
- Application software that uses the network correctly
installed on your laptop
(Note: The application software used with wireless connections
is NO DIFFERENT than what you typically use making any other Internet
connection.
Where do I get 802.11b/g hardware?
Most new laptops come with wireless hardware built in.
For other computers, the ability to connect via 802.11b/g can be added as a PC(MCIA) "card" to your computer. An exception is the Apple "AirPort" card, which goes in a special (internal) slot, rather than a PC(MCIA) slot. Once you have the 802.11b/g hardware, follow the vendor's instructions for installing it (which is usually just to plug in the card and run an installer program to add software for it).
Many vendors provide 802.11b/g hardware or 802.11b/g-compatible hardware that should work in the UWIN environment.
Where do I get networking software?
Base networking software is now included with almost every computer's pre-installed operating system. The installer that comes with the 802.11b/g hardware may add some hardware-specific software.
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