Overview
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SPU provides multiple tools to allow employees to access on-campus services and resources while working remotely as well as for CIS to manage the security and performance of SPU-issued computers.
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Note: Remote Access tools, such as VPN or Citrix, may not be needed for many business activities. |
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- Workstation updates, maintenance, support:
- Departmental file shares (ie. Matthew) and MyDocs synchronization relies on VPN access when off campus.
- Some on-campus applications (e.g. EMS, StarRez) require VPN access when working remotely.access
In general, the SPU-AOVPN is our general-purpose VPN that is/will be deployed to all CIS managed computers. Other VPNs are department-specific based upon special use cases.
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The Fortinet VPN was a stop-gap solution for faculty and staff that was launched during Fall 2020. This VPN is scheduled to be deprecated July 2022.
Remote Desktop
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In addition to the VPN remote capabilities noted above, we also deploy Remote Desktop Connections that allow employees to login to their on-campus desktop devices from home or other remote locations. This must be enabled individual per user and computer. Please read here for more details: Remote Desktop Connection.
Citrix - Expected deprecation Summer 2022.
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Citrix is an online service for Faculty and Staff that allows you to access your SPU My Documents, Departmental File Shares, and other SPU specific applications from a personal device with internet access. Citrix can also be used to connect to your on-campus desktop device. As noted above, we are attempting to discontinue Citrix in the near future.
For more details, including instructions on how to connect: Citrix Remote Access