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Getting Connected Orientation Guide

 

Quick Guide

Information technology at the University of Michigan encompasses many units, departments, and areas. This overview will help you navigate campus computing resources and services.

• » Finding Answers
• » Safe Computing
• » Computing Access
• » Virtual Toolbox

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Finding Answers

You'll Want to Check These Resources First

Printed and Online Resources

• Computing at Michigan: Orientation Guide for Students

  • Answers to frequently asked questions
  • Available online (only)

• Getting Connected

  • Info pertinent to computing on campus
  • Available during Fall Move-In and online

• ResComp NetGuide

  • Info pertinent to computing in the residence halls
  • Attached to the Getting Connected booklet, and available online

• Northwood NetGuide

  • Info pertinent to networking in the Northwood Apartments
  • Available when moving in and online

Advice

• Computer Showcase

  • Sales and advice on purchasing the right computers and software for campus
  • Two campus locations: Michigan Union, Ground Level; and Pierpont Commons, Main Concourse

• Computer Support & Repair

  • Apple and Dell computers only
  • Located inside the Computer Showcase (Michigan Union only)

• Campus Computing Sites

  • Computing consulting (limited)
  • Located in the residence halls and throughout campus

Safe Computing

Need to Knows

• Safe Computing

  • Info on avoiding online privacy and security problems

• BAYU (Be Aware You're Uploading)

  • Info on risks associated with peer-to-peer file sharing

• IT User Advocate

  • The people to contact if you're encountering online abuse

Computing Access

What You Currently Have Available

• Standard Computing Services

  • Uniqname and UMICH Kerberos Password
  • Email
  • Software (limited, shared access)
  • Online File Storage
  • Online Directory Listing
  • Printing Allocation

• Blue Disc Software (downloadable)

  • Useful software for connecting to the U-M computing environment
  • Strongly recommended no-charge, anti-virus software

Virtual Toolbox

Tools and Services Available via the Web

• CTools

  • Web tool for organizing and accessing course materials

• MFile

  • Online file storage space

• MPrint

  • Remote printing to any Campus Computing Sites' printer

• Virtual Sites

  • Remote access to Campus Computing Sites' computers and specialized software

• Web Mail

  • Access to your U-M email

• Wireless Network

  • Wi-Fi access on campus

• Wolverine Access

  • Access to your student academic, payroll, campus financial, employment, and personal info

Information and Technology Services

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