This is a survival guide for new students at Jacobs University. It gives suggestions, what to do as soon as possible after arrival at Jacobs University with regard to IRC services.
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TODO: Set a new CampusNet password
| Why? | So that only you know your password |
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| Where? | Any internet-enabled device, e.g. browsing stations in library |
| How? | Login at CampusNet web interface and change the password |
| Takes? | 1 minute |
| QR Code? |  |
TODO: Configure eduroam WLAN aka WiFi on your devices
| Why? | Never enter a password for WiFi again - works around the globe |
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| Where? | Anywhere on campus where eduroam WLAN/WiFi is available |
| How? | Follow the appropriate "How To regarding eduroam configuration" |
| Takes? | 10 minutes |
| QR Code? |  |
TODO: Setup email access
| Why? | You will have to read and write emails. Lots of. Really! |
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| Where? | All of your devices you will use for email |
| How? | Enter the information from "Jacobs Email" on your device(s) |
| Takes? | 10 minutes |
| QR Code? |  |
TODO: Setup VPN
| Why? | For when you need library access from off campus |
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| Where? | Anywhere with internet connection - preferrably while still on campus |
| How? | Follow the appropriate section in "VPN Access" |
| Takes? | 10 minutes |
| QR Code? |  |
TODO: Get Microsoft Office
| Why? | You'll want Word, Powerpoint, etc. for your studies, also online storage |
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| Where? | Anywhere with decent internet connection |
| How? | Follow the information from "Microsoft Office 365 for Jacobs University" |
| Takes? | 10 minutes |
| QR Code? |  |