The Dynamic Menu displays expanding submenus. When the Dynamic Menu option is on, you will see a right pointing triangle (). When you put the mouse over the menu item, the menu will expand to the right.
If you like this feature, check the Checkbox to the left; otherwise, make sure it is unchecked.
If you use the same computer every time you visit the ITS web pages, we'll be able to remember your menu preferences!
Understanding and making full and effective
use of an institution's information technology resources
can be a confusing and overwhelming experience for
many new students. These pages are designed to make
your computing experience at Otterbein enjoyable, productive
and risk-free. If at any time you have questions, don't
hesitate to contact the Student Help Desk (located
in Roush 015A or at 823-1060) or the Student Computing
Manager (Roush 015B, 823-1885 or
traleigh@otterbein.edu).
One last document to review is Otterbein's
Responsible Use Policy. This
document outlines what computer practices are permitted
and which ones are prohibited.
Be sure to print all of the
web pages shown here and keep them handy as you begin
your transition to Otterbein. If you find yourself
offline your paper copies will guide you with problem
solving.
Hardware. If you're bringing
a computer to campus, these pages describe what hardware
you should bring. These pages also contain information
about buying a new computer.
Software. If you're bringing
a computer to campus, these pages describe what software
you should bring. These pages also contain information
about buying software for your computer.
Activate your network
account. You should do this before you do anything
else. You can even do this before you arrive on campus.
Important Note: Unless you have a class scheduled or
you have been enrolled to take a placement exam, you
will not have a network account created yet. You must
have a schedule first!
Know your User Names
and Passwords. There are five different computer
systems on campus and some of them use different User
Names and passwords.
Using Otterbein e-mail. Learn
how to read your Otterbein e-mail with your web browser.
Configure your e-mail program so that it can receive
your Otterbein e-mail.
Prohibited activities.
Learn what online activities are permissible and which
ones are not.
Wireless Networking. Otterbein
has a wireless network. Learn how you can connect your
wireless laptop to the network.
Information for Distance Learners.
Hardware and software considerations for students who
are connecting to Otterbein's network for distance learning.
Also information for off-campus Blackboard users.
Getting help. Overwhelmed with
computer technology? Don't know a CAT-5 from an IP address?
We're here to help.
Checklist. Download a
checklist that will make sure your computer experience
at Otterbein is safe and trouble-free.
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Information
for New and Prospective Students
