Getting Started Checklist

Review this campus computing resources checklist, which includes: getting a computing account, connecting to the Internet, locating computer rooms, reading technology news, and finding help.

Buying a Computer and Software

Need help finding a new computer? View the campus' recommended computer specifications to learn what system will best suit your needs. Need software or hardware for your new machine? Several discounted/free software titles are available.

Using Computing Accounts and Emails

Set up a campus computing account, access your email, change or retrieve your password, and learn about security related issues.

Connecting to the Internet From Off-Campus

The campus provides free modem pools for connecting to the Internet from off campus. Learn how to connect or get help if you are having difficulties. Also find about accessing campus email via the Web and learn more about POP and SMTP email servers.

Sharing Files and Downloading Music

Copyright issues surrounding filesharing and the downloading of music and other digital media are popular topics. Learn the basics of filesharing, explore official communications, read news, and discover legal downloading options.