ITS requires students to register their
personal computers before using the campus network or accessing the Internet.
Network registration helps ITS to track down problems with the network faster.
The registration process is simple and automatic.
Due to the computer virus problem that plagues desktop computers, Messiah College has a policy that requires all computers connected to the college network to have updated antivirus protection. This policy will be enforced by an automated check of your computer before Internet access is allowed. The check will be done by a very small program that will be installed via a web page. This will happen either during the computer registration process or when you access the Internet. You will be guided through the process via a series of web pages that will explain what is happening.
We will be installing wireless network access points inside all major buildings on campus. Outside areas are not within the scope of the current project, but may follow at a later time.
