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A virtual private network (VPN) acts by allowing students to remote into the UConn network to receive data. For example, a proxy or VPN can be used to allow access to the library databases or to download files from the FTP server.

VPN Access Using Windows and Mac OSX

1. Go to http://vpn.uconn.edu
2. Sign in with your NetID and NetID Password
3. Click the Start button next to the Network Connect icon at the bottom of the VPN menu. This will launch and install Juniper software.
4. You may get a message about installing Active X, please make sure that this is installed successfully.
5. Once you have successfully connected to VPN, you should see a gold lock in your task bar.
6. Once Network Connect is running, you should not use the browser provided by the VPN - instead, open a new browser.

For more in-depth help with the VPN visit the VPN Help Page