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The University of South Carolina provides access
to the wireless network for all faculty, staff and students. USC
students, faculty and staff are allowed to access the wireless
network through an authentication process.
Instructions for accessing the wireless network are available on
this site. For additional support, please contact the UTS Help
Desk at 777-1800 or place a ticket at
http://uts.sc.edu/helpdesk
. Students may schedule an appointment in the
iCARE Center
for help getting their computers configured for wireless access.
What is wireless networking?
Wireless networking is becoming a more modern alternative to
wired networking. A Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) typically
extends an existing wired Local Area Network (LAN). WLANs
utilize radio waves to maintain communication channels between
computers. Advantages of wireless include mobility and
elimination of unsightly cables. Disadvantages of wireless
include slower connection speeds, potential security concerns,
and possible radio interference due to weather, other wireless
devices, or obstructions like buildings and trees. WLANs are
built by attaching a device called the Access Point (AP) to the
edge of the wired network.
The USC Wireless Network is not intended as a replacement
for wired network access. Students, faculty and staff have
secure wired connections inside their offices and residence
halls. If you are planning to download large files and/or
install software, you should consider using a wired connection
for faster network speeds.
| * Note: Access to the wireless network
is not available inside individual student residence hall
rooms . However, many common study areas and lounges inside
the residence halls now have wireless access. Please click
on the Wireless Map link for more information. |
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