Tour Four: Campus Technology

 

ISS Helpdesk

• Want to reset your password?
• Looking for information on how to use Blackboard?
• Wondering why your email account isn't working?

The Helpdesk Website offers a variety of online resources for everything from dealing computer problems to downloading the latest virus scan software. The Website also has up to date information on the availability of the Universities online services. As a result, this is the best place to start when you have technical questions.

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Link: http://helpdesk.gwu.edu

 

Student Accounts

• Want to set up your email?
• Looking to use the computer labs on campus?
• Wondering how you can get space for a personal Website?

All students must have accounts with GWU to use the University's computer resources. From this Website you can establish an email account, create a G1 account for using campus computer labs, and activate a Unix account for developing a personal Website.

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Link: http://helpdesk.gwu.edu/helpdesk/accounts/students.html

 

Norton Anti-virus

• Tired of getting viruses on your computer?
• Did you know that all students get free virus protection?
• Want set up your anti-virus software?

From the University's Norton Anti-virus Website you can get all the information you require to download, install, and maintain virus protection on your personal computers.

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Link: http://helpdesk.gwu.edu/helpdesk/nav/

 

CMail

• Want to email your friends, family, or professors?
• Interested in joining a list?
• Are you looking for Macintosh to use?

As a GWU student you will often use your email account to communicate with professors, organize group projects, as well as keep in touch with your family and friends. When you have activated your email account, you can use this Website to read, send, and manage your email.

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Link: http://cmail.gwu.edu

 

ResNet

• Wondering how get to high speed Internet access in your dorm?
• Want to set up cable?
• Looking for information on the computer labs available in residents halls?

At GWU all the information you require for having technology access in your dorm room is available through the ResNet Website. Look here for information on high speed Internet access, cable TV, and telephone service.

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Link: http://gwired.gwu.edu/resnet

 

GWorld Cards

• Want access to the libraries?
• Looking for an easy way to keep track of your dining expenses?
• Want a University ID to get discounts at local merchants?

The GWorld Card is not only your student identification card, but it is also a useful tool for managing your money while you are a student at GWU. Your GWorld card will be required to enter many building on-campus, and you can use the GWorld card at stores on campus and in the neighborhood instead of carrying cash.

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Link: http://gworld.gwu.edu/

 

GWireless

• Wondering how to use your laptop at the library?
• Want to study on Logan Plaza today?
• Are you looking high speed Internet access while on campus?

GWU has several places on campus where you can access the Internet using wireless technology available in many laptop computers. In order to access the wireless services, you will have to download and install software into your computer. The GWireless Website has all the information you will require to utilize these wireless access points on campus.

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Link: http://helpdesk.gwu.edu/helpdesk/gwireless/

 

Tour Four Quiz

1. What Website should you visit to find out more about setting up high speed Internet access in your dorm room?

2. If you get an error message when checking your email, what Website should you visit first?

3. How many wireless Internet locations on there on the GWU campus?

 

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