Attaching to the Network. You can use desktop email from a PC or workstation that is directly attached to the Rutgers network. However you can also connect to the network using a modem. You can use a modem if your office or dorm room isn't wired, as well as from home. See Getting Connected for more information on getting connected to the network and using a modem.
Most web browsers can also act as mail programs.
In most cases we think that's the best approach. So we recommend that you use Netscape, or possibly Internet Explorer, to read mail. If you don't already have one of these programs, see Desktop Web Services for details. RUCS runs mail servers which anyone at Rutgers can use. You may also want to check with staff in your department to see whether there is a mail server in your department.