Is remote access to the campus network secure?
For privacy protection, all of engineering’s remote-access services use secure, encrypted communication. Accessing the campus network remotely requires that you create an encrypted network connection between yourself and the NC State network.
How do I set up remote desktop on an Apple device?
The Microsoft Remote Desktop application is available to download from Apple’s App Store, which you can launch by clicking on the Apple Menu then clicking App Store. Launch the Microsoft Remote Desktop application. Click New in the upper left. Enter a name for the connection in the Connection name field (e.g. “ Work Computer ”).
How do I connect to my assigned computer from off-campus?
Faculty, staff, and graduate students can connect to their assigned, managed Windows computer from off-campus using Microsoft’s Remote Desktop Connection application. Remote Desktop comes pre-installed with Windows and is available for macOS in the App Store.
Why did NCSU donate the VCL source code?
In November 2008, NCSU donated the VCL source code to the Apache Software Foundation (ASF) as part of on-going efforts to expand the VCL community and to foster open source development. NCSU continues to be heavily involved in the development of VCL through the open source community at ASF.
What is NCSU remote access?
NCSU provides a remote access service that allows you to reserve a computer with a desired set of applications for yourself, and remotely access it over the Internet. This service is powered by the Apache Software Foundation’s Virtual Computing Lab (VCL) software.
When did NCSU donate VCL?
In November 2008, NCSU donated the VCL source code to the Apache Software Foundation (ASF) as part of on-going efforts to expand the VCL community and to foster open source development. NCSU continues to be heavily involved in the development of VCL through the open source community at ASF.
How to get remote access on Mac?
The user will need to download and install XFree86 for Mac OS X. Once this is done, start XFree86 and through a terminal window in XFree86, type
How to contact NC State University?
If you have questions, please contact the NC State University Help Desk (515-HELP, help@ncsu.edu, help.ncsu.edu)
Where to send a request to VCL?
Any faculty or staff in need of remote access to VCL applications will need to make a request to vcl_help@ncsu.edu.
Does NC State have dialup?
Computing Services supports a free dialup service to the NC State network, but because the demand for this service has increased beyond the capacities of the university's resources, phone lines are often busy and callers may have to wait a long time to gain phone access to the system. To use the NC State Dialup Service, first make sure your computer has a modem, then create a dialup connection to 515-6320. When your computer connects with the campus dialup servers, you will be prompted to login to the system with your Unity/Eos userid and password.
Is course based access still available?
Course based access will continue to be available. Additional software can be made available for specific course usage. However, due to vendor licensing, Engineering faculty and staff are restricted from general access all possible applications (department specific applications for example).
Can you build anything without the right tools?
If you have ever tried to build anything, you know that it is next to impossible without using the right tools. When you are using a computer, it is no different--you need the right program for the file you are using. When you try to work on a file but do not use the specified program, functionality, and often times usability, is sacrificed.
Is ftp.ncsu.edu an anonymous service?
The anonymous FTP service at ftp.ncsu.edu for uploads to the incoming directory and anonymous use such as the various mirrors we host will not be affected.
What devices does NC State secure?
Refer to the Mobile Security at NC State website to secure your Android, iOS/iPadOS, macOS, and Windows 10 endpoints.
What authentication services does NC State use?
To protect its most vital campus resources, NC State uses two multi-factor authentication services: Duo Security and Google 2-Step.
Does mypack require VPN?
NOTE: VPN connection is NOT needed to access services such as the MyPack Portal, WolfWare, or Google Workspace. Use of the VPN requires the installation of software on your endpoint. For details, see NC State Virtual Private Networking (VPN) Service.
Does NC State have OIT?
OIT offers a number of services that can help eligible NC State faculty and staff work productively from home or remote ly. You will need to log in with your Unity credentials.
How to setup remote desktop on Mac?
Microsoft Remote Desktop Setup For Mac 1 Launch the Microsoft Remote Desktop application. 2 Click New in the upper left. 3 Enter a name for the connection in the Connection name field (e.g. “ Work Computer ”). 4 Enter the computer’s full name into the PC name field. (e.g. itecs-dt-34.eos.ncsu.edu or ccee-gdt-100.ce.ncsu.edu)#N#Note: If you do not know the computer name or cannot find it, please refer to the article Finding a Computer Name or email eoshelp@ncsu.edu and we will assist you in finding the name. 5 In the Username field enter wolftech<UnityID>. Prefixing your Unity ID with wolftech tells the Remote Desktop application to authenticate your account in the university’s “Wofltech” Active Directory domain.#N#Note: We strongly discourage entering your password into the connection settings as the password will be stored on your computer. 6 Close the connection settings window. 7 Double click the connection entry under the My Desktops group to initiate the connection.
Can faculty connect to a computer off campus?
Faculty, staff, and graduate students can connect to their assigned, managed Windows computer from off-campus using Microsoft’s Remote Desktop Connection application . Remote Desktop comes pre-installed with Windows and is available for macOS in the App Store.
