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UVA offers VPN connectivity to ensure data security

Things to know:

• You do not need to use VPN for on- or off-Grounds access to most services (e.g., Zoom, UVA Collab, Microsoft 365, and others).
• You do need VPN for off-Grounds access to some Library resources, shared drives, etc.
• You should use VPN anytime you are connecting from an untrusted network (e.g. coffee house, fast food restaurant, non-UVA library).

There are 3 specific VPN uses

 UVA Help Desk - UVA ITS
Telephone: (434) 924-4357
E-Mail:  4help@virginia.edu 

Live Help Desk Chat & Online Reporting Form also available at this link.

UVA recommends that the smartphone carrier be either Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile.

These three firms participate in a program (DAS) which brings cellular signal coverage indoors to the dorms, the athletic facilities and stadiums, the dining halls, various other buildings on UVA’s Grounds.

UVA Bookstore Cavalier Computers -  (800) 759-4667 option 2 or  (434) 924-3475

• CAV PROGRAM PORTAL FOR ENGINEERING
• CAV PROGRAM: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
• E-MAIL: CAVQUESTIONS@VIRGINIA.EDU

While Windows devices have greater compatibility within the Engineering School, some majors are more Windows depended.  MAE and CEE use several Windows OS specific software.

Students are expected to have their own laptops in the Engineering School. Any computer that meets the requirements of the selected Major are acceptable. Engineering IT recommends that you consider warranty, accidental damage, and storage needs when making a decision. 

Delaying the purchase of a new laptop is a viable strategy. Different engineering majors have their own requirements and purchasing a laptop after you declare a major is a good option. If your current laptop is approximately 3yrs old or newer it should meet first year engineering course requirements. Check out Cavalier Computers for recommendations and specifications if you plan to purchase now.

The M365 License, part of the user license associated with all faculty/staff/students for Microsoft applications including CoPilot, now includes the ability to attach and use "cloud files." Linking to a file allows it to be used as a basis for your queries and questions. It's as easy as 1-2-3 in the CoPilot prompt!