Virtual Private Network

Starting in January 2005, Truman State University's virtual private network (VPN) will be available to students, faculty and staff to provide a secure network connection between your off-site computer system and resources on the local Truman network.

You will be able to use the VPN to connect to Truman network drives (like W: or Y: drives), access the restricted library databases and connect to most other Truman network resources when you are away from the Truman campus.

Please be aware of the following when using VPN:

  • The VPN will not make your off-campus connection faster. A VPN provides a secure connection, not a faster one.
  • You must have a broadband connection (e.g. cablemodem or DSL) to use the VPN. It will not work very well over a dial-up connection.
  • Using the VPN on a wireless network connection is not recommended.
  • The VPN will not work from on campus. The VPN will only work from off-campus locations.

The VPN client software for Windows, Mac and Linux systems is available from the ITS VPN documentation page at https://secure.truman.edu/its-s/vpn/

If you have any questions, please contact the ITS HelpDesk at x4544.

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