Return to Questions About Databases, Passwords, and Computers I am having trouble accessing one of the Silverplatter databases that is available on the ERL server. Please check this list to be sure the database you want is accessible from your location. Sometimes you might get an error saying that your IP address is not authorized. If this happens, please send your IP address to the system administrator and he can add your address and give you access. A firewall is a system or group of systems that enforces an access control policy between two networks.
Many corporations use firewalls to protect sensitive information from hackers, etc.
Users should check with their systems administration person to determine if this is the case. The University maintains dial-up lines for connecting to various computer resources. Faculty and staff at GSU are eligible for a PPP account. Library User Guides - Help sheets for databases and library services. Liason Librarians Directory - Contact a librarian in your subject area.