Network & Connectivity
Remote Desktop Access
Posted by Kevin Murphy in Desktop Computing & Printing, Network & Connectivity, Service Catalog on April 28, 2011
Remote Desktop Access is the ability to Remotely operate your work desktop computer from off-site. This service has been enabled for members of the Emergency Response team and other individuals that have a specific business need for the service. It is highly recommended that users first explore use of the VPN or virtual private network [...]
Guest Network Access
Posted by Kevin Murphy in Network & Connectivity, Service Catalog on April 27, 2011
If a University guest requires network access for a personal laptop or mobile device, please contact your local IT department. Mass registration is available for conferences, and requires attendees to submit their information ahead of time to be granted access to the University network. For guest pre-registration, please contact TOL at tolhelp@tufts.edu to let them [...]
Network Drives
Posted by Janice Mathews in Desktop Computing & Printing, Network & Connectivity, Service Catalog on April 15, 2011
The term network drive or network share refers to data storage space located on Tufts University servers. When you store files from your computer on a network share and login to the Tufts domain, your stored data is accessible, no matter where you are physically connected. In addition, the data you store on network shares [...]
Where can I find wireless on the Boston Campus?
Posted by Kevin Murphy in Frequently Asked Questions, Network & Connectivity, Service Catalog on April 8, 2011
UIT currently provides wireless network services in many areas on all three campuses. A complete listing of the wireless-enabled locations on the Boston campus can be found as part of the standard campus map. Universal Wireless Implementation project announcement.
VPN
Posted by Kevin Murphy in Network & Connectivity, Security, Service Catalog, VPN & Working Remotely on April 8, 2011
Tufts University has implemented a Virtual Private Network (VPN) to allow for safe and easy access to Tufts resources from off-campus. The tool is a Juniper VPN, which is accessible via the following link: https://vpn.tufts.edu Upon successful log in, the P: drive will be already mapped but other drives will need to be mapped manually [...]