ResNet: GET CONNECTED

GET CONNECTED

Curious about getting connected to the Internet when you arrive on campus? Want to make sure your move-in experience goes as smoothly as possible? Please watch the following short video to learn about 10 things you should know before you arrive on campus.

Enjoy this video? Follow this link to learn about The Tech Spot@ResNet, Kent State University's new computer repair service.

Watch the Video

Video Links

All websites mentioned in the video are listed below.

1. What Is ResNet?
   • www.res.kent.edu/resnet
2. Choosing A Computer
   • Apple
   • Dell
3. Preparing Your Computer
   • Kent State's McAfee Enterprise Edition
   • Windows Updates - Please update after August 15, but before you move in.
4. Your FlashLine ID
   • FlashWord - Change your password to enable access to many KSU resources
5. Connecting
6. Additional Software
   • Kent E-Academy - Discounted Microsoft software
   • Open Office.org - Full-featured, free office suite compatible with Microsoft Office files
   • Google Docs - Free, web-based word processor, spreadsheet, and presentation application offered by Google
   • Pidgin - Free alternative AIM chat client
   • iChat - Free alternative AIM chat client (mac only)
   • Adium - Free alternative AIM chat client (mac only)
   • Firefox - Free alternative Internet browser
   • Safari - Free browser from Apple, now for Mac and PC!
7. Staying Safe
   • Lavasoft Ad-Aware - Free anti-spyware/adware software
   • Malwarebytes - Another free anti-spyware/adware program
   • iTunes - Legal music download service
   • Napster - Legal music download service
   • Pandora - A free streaming music radio station, customized to your musical taste
   • Last.fm - Another free streaming music radio station, customized to your musical taste
8. FlashZone Wireless
   • FlashZone - Kent's wireless network
9. Game Consoles
   • Game Console Access - Information about connecting game consoles
10. Getting Help
    • www.kent.edu/resnet
    • ResNet Hours: Sunday - Thursday from noon to 9pm; Friday from 9am to 5pm

If You Need Help

If you have any questions about connecting to the network on campus, please visit the ResNet Homepage for support and contact information.