Get Connected to UB in 5 Easy Steps
Step 1: Secure your account
Watch the video to find out how valuable your UBIT account is to you. [transcript]
- Find your UBITName
Your UBITName is your key to IT services at UB. Not sure what your UBITName is? Check here. - Set your password reset questions and change your password
A secure password is important; it protects your personal information. By answering secret questions now, you can reset your own password. - Pharmacy, Medical and Dental students: Activate your mailbox
You don't receive email at your UB address until you activate your mailbox.
Step 2: Secure your computer
Watch the video to learn how important computer security is to you and UB. [transcript]
- Install antivirus software
AntiVirus software protects your computer by automatically removing viruses, worms, and Trojan horses. - Laptop user? Install UBVPN
UBVPN encrypts sensitive data between your computer and the UB network, protecting you and your account. UBVPN is the only secure way to access the UB network. - Install operating system updates (Windows) (Mac)
Use your operating system's built-in firewall and update feature to ensure the security of your computer. - Understand how UB expects you to use the campus network
Learn why appropriate use of the network is important and how it impacts you. - Learn how UB upholds federal copyright laws
Be informed before you share copyright protected material such as music and movies.
Step 3: Before purchasing
Watch the video for advice about computing recommendations for UB. [transcript]
- Make sure you have "enough" computer for your college career
UB best supports customers whose computers meet the our recommended standards. Before you purchase, see what UB recommends. - Get your software from UB
You're a student now: download and install Microsoft Office and other valuable academic software at no cost or get it on CD at UBmicro.
Step 4: Connecting at UB
Watch the video to learn all the ways you can use UB's network. [transcript]
- Connect in your UB Residence Hall or Apartment
ResNet is your connection to the UB network and the Internet. ResNet is provided in all University Residence Halls and Apartments at no additional cost.
- Connect via wireless
Wireless access is available in many locations on the North and South campuses. - Connect from off-campus
Access valuable UBIT resources from your off-campus residence.
Step 5: Learn basic research skills
Watch the video to discover what UB Libraries have to offer. [transcript]
- Get started with your research
This guide will help you understand basic research skills: choosing a topic, finding library materials, finding articles, evaluating resources, and more. - Start your Library Skills Workbook to jumpstart your first semester
The Library Skills Workbook is a General Education Program graduation requirement for all UB undergraduates, including transfer students.