The campus has many fine Windows resources. But the U-M also has a long tradition of Apple support and sports a big Mac community. Whether you're considering switching, are new to Mac computers, or are a Mac person from way back, there are plenty of Apple-related resources on campus to help you.
Talk to the folks at the U-M Computer Showcase. Their primary mission is consulting before sales, so they can give you no-pressure advice that won't favor one platform over another. They also offer academic discounts.
Departments: The Showcase can still advise you, but see their web page regarding purchasing procedures.
Need a virus removed? OS upgraded? Hardware installed? The ITS Computer Support & Repair Service can do this and more.
Need actual repair? The ITS Computer Support & Repair Service provides full warranty and out-of-warranty hardware and software repairs on Apple and Dell computers.
Both U-M individuals and departments can use the service.
There are many Campus Computing Sites around the Ann Arbor campus. Most of their locations have Macintosh workstations.
The ResComp Computing Labs in the residence halls
There are also other computing labs for specific audiences. Check with those labs as to their Mac support.
MWireless is the most secure way to use the wireless network. It requires an installer
Further secure your connections using the Mac VPN client and profile
There is a growing list of resources for buying and using these popular handheld devices.
Individuals using personal funds can buy the Mac OS X operating system from the U-M Computer Showcase
Departments can buy the Mac OS X operating system via Software Licensing and Distribution
Individuals using personal funds can buy Mac software from the U-M Computer Showcase
Departments can buy Mac software from Software Licensing and Distribution
Campus Computing Sites Macs have a lot of Mac software you can use
You can also use the software on Campus Computing Sites Windows workstations remotely from any Macintosh via the Internet through Virtual Sites (how-to)
If you have questions while using Mac software, the ITS consultants may be able to help you.
See our full suite of support options, from FAQs and documentation to phone or e-mail consulting to workshops on many Mac topics.
The Mac-SIG e-mail list is an active peer-to-peer Listserv for Mac users across campus. The mailing list's setup process allows you to receive messages as they are sent or in a daily digest.
If you have questions or suggestions regarding issues of Mac coordination on campus, please send e-mail to the Mac OS Coordinator.
(Please note: this page lists only resources known to exist on the Ann Arbor campus. There are often off-campus resources as well; check your local phone directory or Internet search engine.)
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October 18, 2009