What is a Virtual Private Network (VPN)?
A VPN is a secure tunnel that is established between your computer and the network you are connecting to. It protects your data as it is transmitted through the public internet. When working remotely, either while traveling or while at home, you can use a VPN connection to access secure campus resources as if you were on campus.
VPN services at UCR are available to faculty, staff, and currently enrolled students. The below article describes the GlobalProtect VPN. GlobalProtect VPN PaloAlto Network's is the preferred method of accessing UCR resources remotely. GlobalProtect is a program you install on your computer or device to establish a VPN connection with UC Riverside. This allows you to remotely access campus resources (example: Library services) that are restricted to on-campus use.
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