Network and Telecom Services for Students
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Network Services
Through the Stanford University Network (SUNet), Stanford provides one of the most extensive University computing environments anywhere. Services include e-mail, individual web pages, a distributed file system, off-campus access to the Internet, a widespread wireless network and a variety of computer servers.
Students access resources on SUNet using their Stanford University ID information. Students can connect their personal computers to SUNet throughout the residences and adjacent common areas via high-speed Ethernet ports or wireless networking (which is available in all residences with new students). One or more resident computer consultants (RCCs) live in each dorm as part of the residence staff to provide technical support and to help familiarize students with Stanford’s computing environment.
Students who live in on-campus housing (except Schwab) must register their computers with Residential Computing in order to gain full access to the Stanford University Network and the Internet.
Telecom Services
Stanford operates its own telephone system. Local calling with call waiting and a pre-installed phone are standard in all residences and are included in the telecommunications fee included on the University Bill. Optional services are available, including voice mail and caller ID. For more information, visit the Telephone Services for Students page on Information Technology Services web site.