Many departmental computers and microcomputer lab computers are connected to Caravan via hardwire options such as an ethernet or an AppleTalk connection. Via a dial-up connection to the Center Vax. This will allow you to run various software programs such as Eudora and TurboGopher without having a direct connection to Caravan. You must purchase the ARA software. Both the Education Library and the Computer Center offer instruction during the semester in how to use the Internet and campus computer systems.
Charges are usually by the hour, month, or year.
Many public Internet access hosts let you explore their systems before you sign up. Check to see how easy the system is to use, what the range of their services is, and what kind of help you can get. Learning how best to use the Internet is not always apparent to first time users. For example, it is common for many Internet access providers to dump you into a UNIX operating system and expect you to figure out how to use the Internet from there. This helpful reference tool serves as a user s guide and roadmap for Internet functions and capabilities.