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Logging In to Windows XP
The ThinkPad’s operating system is Windows XP Pro, which allows
users many ways to log on to the computer. To ensure you have
access to all the network and local resources you need, make sure
you always log on to the DEACNET domain, using your network login
and password EVEN IF YOU ARE NOT ON CAMPUS. If you try to log on
to anything other than DEACNET, you may experience
problems, including the inability to log in at all, or the inability
to access some resources.
Using Ctrl-Alt-Del in Windows XP
By pressing the Ctrl-Alt-Del keys on the ThinkPad, you can:
Lock Computer: This option blocks access to the ThinkPad by
others until you log in again.
Log Off: Logs the current user off the ThinkPad and prompts
for a new user to log on to the ThinkPad.
Shut Down: Closes all applications and turns off
the ThinkPad.
Change Password: Prompts the user to re-enter
their current
password and enter the new password twice before completing the procedure.
NOTE: Password changes can take up to an hour to reach all WFU systems.
Task Manager: Shows all
programs currently running and their status. Can be used to
terminate an application.
Cancel: Closes the window launched by Ctrl-Alt-Del without making any changes.
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VPN
What is VPN?
VPN (Virtual Private Network) is a secure, encrypted, connection that allows WFU users who are off campus to access computing resources normally only available to users on campus. For example, AC Files, shared folders, and some library resources such as
Research Insight are normally only available when on campus. However, if a user connects to VPN first, they can access those resources from off-campus locations.
When do I use VPN?
Connect to VPN when you need to connect to these resources from off-campus locations using either a wired or wireless connection. For example, to use the Research Insight from a local coffee shop that offers Internet access, connect to VPN first.
It is not necessary to run VPN when connecting to these resources from on-campus locations. (Note: VPN will not function when
users are on campus with a WFU network address.)
Connecting to VPN Client (requires an Internet connection)
- Click Start>Internet Tools>VPN Client.
- On the Connection Entries tab, select wfu-remote-user.
- Click the Connect button.
- When prompted, enter your username and password.
When the warning banner appears, read the screen and choose OK.
The VPN Client icon in the task tray will display as a locked padlock once the connection is established.
More information on VPN and other WFU computing topics can be found at http://techtalk.wfu.edu/.
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