What are the tasks that can be done remotely?
Such tasks include writing, editing, reading, analysis, design work, computer programming, word-processing and data entry. Remote work may not be suitable for all employees and/or positions.
What are the tasks that are considered remote work?
Such tasks include writing, editing, reading, analysis, design work, computer programming, word-processing and data entry. Remote work may not be suitable for all employees and/or positions. The need for specialized material, equipment, or materials secured at PSU, must either be minimal or flexible.
What is PSU copyright?
L. Intellectual Property & Records. Intellectual property developed by PSU employees working remotely is subject to PSU's Copyright Ownership Policy. Products, documents, and records that are used, developed, or revised while working remotely shall be copied or saved in a PSU system, file or network drive.
What does a supervisor consider when evaluating an employee's work remotely?
The supervisor shall consider an employee request to work remotely in relation to the operational and customer needs of the department. The supervisor will take into consideration the overall impact of the employee’s total time out of the primary worksite, including flextime, compressed workweek schedules, meetings, consultations, presentations, and conferences. The supervisor will also consider the applicant's demonstrated conscientiousness about work time and productivity, and their ability to be self-motivated and have minimal face-to-face daily supervision.
Why is PSU a good place to work?
It can maximize productive work time, decrease the need for parking and office facilities, and decrease traffic congestion and air pollution while providing flexibility for employees. The remote work location may be the employee's home or another suitable location.
Can a remote worker work at a university?
University Closure. If the primary worksite is closed due to an emergency or inclement weather, a remote worker may continue to work at the remote worksite, if possible. If there is an emergency at the remote worksite, such as a power outage, the remote worker will notify the supervisor as soon as possible. The remote worker may be reassigned to the primary worksite or an alternate worksite. See University Closure Policy for more details.
Do you need a telecommuting agreement?
In such cases, the formal telecommuting agreement is not required, but should be documented for department files by memorandum or email, specifying work expectations and duration.
How to use RDP on lab machines?
There are two ways to use RDP with the lab machines: Connect via Native RDP Client and Connect via Web. Using a native RDP client will give better performance, but it will also require you to be on the VPN. The Web browser option does not require the VPN and is much simpler to use, but there is a moderate decrease in performance and responsiveness.
Why is my RDP pop up?
This pop up occurs if you’ve entered your user or password incorrectly. However, due to a bug with this browser-based RDP viewer, you will be unable to connect with this machine even if you enter your credentials correctly afterwards. The only known work-around is to try a different lab machine.
Does RDP require VPN?
Using a native RDP client will give better performance, but it will also require you to be on the VPN. The Web browser option does not require the VPN and is much simpler to use, but there is a moderate decrease in performance and responsiveness.
Can you close RDP while it is active?
Users should avoid simply closing the RDP window or clicking on the Dis connect option, as this will only close the viewing window while leaving your RDP session active. If you were to use RDP with another Windows machine while this session is active, it can lead to unpredictable behavior and errors when running software. To avoid this, we recommend that you only have one active session open at a time.
Service description
By connecting to PSU’s Virtual Private Network (VPN), you can protect your personal data that is sent over the internet when you are off campus. The VPN is useful if you need to use certain PSU systems from home that require you to be on the campus network (such as Banweb ), or if you are accessing sensitive University information.
Service details
To connect to the VPN, you must enroll in Duo Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) .
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How to close RDP session?
NOTE: To properly close your RDP session, select “Sign Out” from the Start menu. Do not click “Disconnect” or close the window as your session will remain active, which could lead to errors when attempting to connect again later. Please see the section below for more information before connecting to a machine.
What is RDP file sharing?
How to share files using RDP. A lesser-known feature of RDP is that it has built in functionality for sharing folders between the local and remote computers. This is useful when you have files on your local computer that you need to access from your remote computer.
What is RDP client?
RDP clients exist for all major Operating Systems; Windows, MacOS, and Linux machines are all capable of using RDP to remotely access a Windows machine. To do so using a local client, you must be connected to PSU’s network, either by using a computer on campus or connecting to a VPN. Alternatively, MCECS also provides a web-based RDP client, ...
What is RDP in computer?
RDP is a remote connection protocol developed by Microsoft which allows a user to connect remotely to a Windows machine using a graphical interface. This connection uses a client-server architecture, which means that your local computer must run a local RDP client (program) that connects to an RDP server ...
Does MCECS have a RDP client?
Alternatively, MCECS also provides a web-based RDP client, known as Spark View, that is accessible from a browser without the need for a specialized RDP client or a VPN. Though the setup is arguably easier, there is increased latency and an overall drop in performance when using this option compared to a local RDP client.
Does Spark View require a VPN?
However, Spark View does not require you be on the VPN in order to connect. This means if you’re having issues getting the VPN to work you can still RDP into MCECS without issue. Additionally, because it’s web-based, you can access it from any operating system, and don’t need to download any software to support it.
Do you need a VPN to use remote desktop?
Unless you are using an MCECS lab or office computer with wired access to our network (or you are using the Internet Browser option described below), you must be on the VPN to use remote desktop. This includes laptop users on campus.
Introduction
- PSU supports remote work when it meets the needs of the University. It can maximize productive work time, decrease the need for parking and office facilities, and decrease traffic congestion and air pollution while providing flexibility for employees. The remote work location may be the employee's home or another suitable location.
Eligibility
- Any PSU employee whose work does not require face-to-face interaction, or for which that interaction may be scheduled, may be eligible to work remotely. All remote work is subject to advance approval and must comply with applicable policies and Collective Bargaining Agreements. Tasks that benefit from uninterrupted work time are suitable for remote work. Suc…
Application Process
- Employee discusses their request to work remotely with their supervisor.
- Employee completes the PSU Remote Work Agreement (linked above).
- Supervisor reviews Agreement and approves, or makes edits.
- Once all approvals are received, the Remote Work Agreement is routed to Human Resources for filing in the Employee’s personnel file.
Agreement
- Employees who are approved for remote work shall abide by these Remote Work Guidelines and the Remote Work Agreement. A copy of the Agreement shall be retained in the employee's electronic personnel file with Human Resources. The agreement should be reviewed annually, and revised as needed. PSU Remote Work Agreement Unless otherwise stated in the agreement, the …
General Provisions
- A. Communication.While working remotely, the employee shall be reachable through the agreed-upon methods during agreed-upon work hours. The employee and supervisor shall agree on turnaround time and the medium for responses. B. Conditions of Employment.The remote workers’ conditions of employment shall remain the same as for non-remote work hours. Wages…