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
Student Use: UVA Anywhere
Faculty/Staff use: UVA More Secure Network
Highly Sensitive Data: UVA High Security VPN