mhc.comp.questions
Frequently Asked Questions

Network

Networking web page: http://www.mtholyoke.edu/lits/network/

How do I set up my computer to connect to the network?

Look at http://www.mtholyoke.edu/lits/network/resnet/. Also see dataport.

How do I map a network drive?

Windows: http://www.mtholyoke.edu/lits/tsr/vhelpdesk/networkspaces.shtml#accesswindows
Macintosh: http://www.mtholyoke.edu/lits/tsr/vhelpdesk/networkspaces.shtml#accessmacintosh

Scroll down to the bottom and then up a bit until you get to the top of the "Using network file spaces" section.

See also Quotas.

Note: Mapping a network drive is only possible on campus. Off-campus users must use FTP.

What kinds of space do I have on the network?

For more information type see accountspace and/or see filespace at the prompt. See also http://www.mtholyoke.edu/lits/tsr/vhelpdesk/networkspaces.shtml#filespacebyfunction.

How do I find a computer by browsing the network?

Don't. It's much easier and more reliable simply to map a drive.

How do I share folders and/or files?

Before you do this, realize that your files will be accessible not only on campus but also throughout the whole of the internet. This decreases the security of your computer, and thus you should think carefully about what files you share. In addition, you should password-protect them with a secure password. Also, you are responsible for any copyright violations caused by your sharing files.

In Windows 95/98, double-click on My Computer and find the the folder or file to be shared. Right-click the folder or file (or already if in the folder, right-click on a blank spot in the explorer window) and select Properties. Click on the Sharing tab and select Share this folder. You can change the sharing name if you want. See also http://www.mtholyoke.edu/lits/network/doc/share-risks.html and http://www.hawaii.edu/its/micro/pc/fps9x.html. The latter page also includes information about sharing printers.