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University IT is pleased to announce a service solution that will allow users
to more easily connect their computer to the University network
from any participating location on campus. This service uses DHCP
(Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) to automatically configure
the network settings necessary when connecting a computer to the
network. This will in many cases eliminate the need for users to
manually set network address information on their computers (similar
to connecting a computer to a cable modem at home). To use the service, the department, or area an individual works in would need to apply for the department's overall use of this University IT Service. Network administrators would use the service/consultation request to understand how to enhance the ease of use of their network.
After the department or area has chosen the service, there will be a one time registration (no cost) for each user in that area (using their NetID)
the first time they connect to the network. Once registered, subsequent
network connections will happen with no user intervention. This
enhances network security in that University IT will have the information
necessary to quickly contact the owner of a machine if necessary.
This service, along with the recently announced and deployed firewall
service, are part of enhanced security and bandwidth provided
by University IT and URNet. Additional services are being investigated by
University IT. More to come!
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