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what_is_vpn [2022/11/29 15:14] mperriello [What do I need to do to get a VPN account/start using VPN?] |
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| =====I have files on the network and my VPN client is connected. How do I get to them? ===== | =====I have files on the network and my VPN client is connected. How do I get to them? ===== | ||
| - | If you are using an Olin laptop, the best practice is to create shortcuts to your needed network locations while you are on campus. If there is a location on the network that you would like access to remotely, right‐click the folder and choose create desktop. You will receive a message that it will be created on the desktop. These shortcuts will always open whenyou are connected to the Olin network both on‐campus and when using VPN off‐campus. | + | Best practice is to store your documents in OneDrive, but If you are using Olin network shares, then create a shortcut to your needed network locations while you are on campus. If there is a location on the network that you would like access to remotely, right‐click the folder and choose send to, then select the over arrow, and in the context menu that opens select desktop (create shortcut). These shortcuts will always open when you are connected to the Olin network both on‐campus and when using VPN off‐campus. |
| You can also access the servers directly by going to **START->Run** (also accessible via **Windows Key + R**) -> and entering the name of the server you want | You can also access the servers directly by going to **START->Run** (also accessible via **Windows Key + R**) -> and entering the name of the server you want | ||
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| - | Logging into VPN creates a secure connection to the Olin network. For the new Pulse Secure VPN service Olin has implemented what is known as "split-tunneling" This allows you to reach Olin resources while still able to use your own ISP connection for services like Netflix, Hulu and other bandwidth intensive application that are not on Olin's network. "Full-Tunnel" means that all traffic is routed through Olin's network, please be sure this is what you want when selecting this option. | + | Logging into VPN creates a secure connection to the Olin network. The latest version of our VPN service has implemented what is known as "split-tunneling" This allows you to reach Olin resources while still able to use your own ISP connection for services like Netflix, Hulu and other bandwidth intensive application that are not on Olin's network. "Full-Tunnel" is necessary when you are connected to internet at an unsafe setting and you want to ensure the safety of your data. "Full-Tunnel" means that all traffic is routed through Olin's network, please be sure this is what you want when selecting this option. |
| - | Note: If you choose to remember this choice by selecting the check box when logging in to the VPN server, you will have to delete the Pulse Secure profile in the VPN client and recreate it to regain the option to select either "Split or Full" tunnel methods. | + | Note: If you choose to remember this choice by selecting the check box when logging in to the VPN server, you will have to delete the VPN profile in the VPN client and recreate it to regain the option to select either "Split or Full" tunnel methods. |