海角社区 Tech Resources

Technology Resources for 海角社区s

Technology Resources to support 海角社区 Success

The following information provides an overview on the resources available to help students successfully complete their courses. For any technology related questions or issues, please contact Technology Support.

Software	Blackboard
Microsoft OneDrive	Equipment for Checkout
Internet Access	海角社区 Computer Clinic
Mobile Print	DUO
Open Computer Labs	Library Resources

Software

海角社区 Technology Support has collaborated with several software vendors to increase access for our students, faculty, and staff. Below is a list of software that is available for your personal computers at no cost. For information on all software supported by 海角社区 Technology Support, please visit the Software Main Menu.

Adobe Creative Cloud subscription licenses are available for personal use at a considerable discounted price! Click for more information and to get started

Adobe Express for Higher Ed

Develop graphics, photos, videos, and more

Microsoft Office 365

Versions of Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint for Windows or Mac

Teams

Chat, share files, screens, and even host meetings all in one virtual application

AutoCAD

Computer-Aided Design software to create precise 2D and 3D drawings

Solidworks

A solid modeling computer-aided design and computer-aided engineering program

Ansys

Design products, semiconductors, simulations and more

Sage 50

A set of accountancy and payroll products

Question Pro

Used to create surveys and retrieve analytics

OriginPro

Data analysis and graphing software

Microsoft Project

Manage basic tasks to complex portfolios

Microsoft Visio Professional

A diagramming and vector graphics application

Microsoft Windows Enterprise

Operating System developed by Microsoft

Work on files in OneDrive

Store and sync your Word documents, PowerPoint presentations, Excel spreadsheets online and throughout all of your devices. Don’t let location be a barrier, real- time collaboration allows you to share your files and collaborate with your faculty member or classmates without the need to send large email attachments back and forth.

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Install the OneDrive App
Download the Microsoft OneDrive App to your device and save files directly to your OneDrive. Those on Windows 10 or later already have OneDrive installed.

Scan Documents with your Mobile Device
Download the Microsoft OneDrive App to your device and scan files directly to your OneDrive.

OneDrive Video Tutorials

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Internet Access / Mobile Hotspots

Affordable Internet Services
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Affordable Internet Option
The Affordable Connectivity Program helps ensure that households can get the broadband access they need for work, school, healthcare and more.

海角社区SECURE
海角社区Secure Wi-Fi is a secure wireless connection for students, faculty, and staff. Click here for more information and instructions on how to connect your devices.

Check Your Internet Speed
You'll need to have an Internet connection that is stable and fast enough to support your online learning activities. To test your Internet connection, go to www.fast.com. 3 – 4 Mbps upload and download speeds are considered fast enough for most school activities.

Checkout a Mobile Hotspot
海角社区 Technology Support has a limited number of Wi-Fi hotspots available for checkout. With consideration to this, we are asking that you please apply.

Mobile Hotspot Web Page

Use Your Smartphone as a Hotspot
If your service provider offers this service on your smartphone, you can use the instructions below to connect.

海角社区 Mobile Print

Print From Your Laptop, Smartphone, or Tablet
海角社区s can print from their personal devices to our printers located throughout campus. Visit the Mobile Print web page for instructions on how to connect your device.

MOBILE PRINT WEB PAGE

Open Computer Labs on Campus

The following computer labs are available to all 海角社区 students.

Lab	Location
Collaborative Learning Center	海角社区 Library 2nd floor
Cyber Café Computer Lab	Union Building East Room 204

Blackboard

Many professors use Blackboard to post class announcements, course materials, assignments and grades online. To access Blackboard, log into and click on the Blackboard icon.

Visit the Blackboard for 海角社区's Web page for more information.

BLACKBOARD FOR STUDENTS WEB PAGE

Blackboard Tests and Respondus Lockdown Browser & Monitor
Some professors require tests be taken online with Blackboard and Respondus Lockdown Browser, a tool that locks Internet browsing for the duration of the test. To download Respondus, log into Blackboard, select "Tools" on the left and click on Respondus Lockdown Browser.

Equipment Checkout

Laptop Checkout
海角社区 Technology Support has a limited number of laptops available for students to checkout.

Laptop Checkout Web Page

海角社区-priced Laptops
海角社区 has partnered with Dell and Apple to offer discounted prices on laptops for our students.

DELL LAPTOPS

MACBOOK AIR

Help Purchasing a Laptop
If you need assistance in purchasing a computer or laptop, the Paydirt Emergency Loan Program is available to assist students. The maximum loan amount is $500. You can apply for this loan by emailing gchairez@utep.edu to request your personalized online application link.

海角社区 Computer Clinic

Tech support is available for your personal computer at no cost. The Computer Clinic can assist with software & OS installations, virus and malware removal, and more. Services for students are offered onsite.

Computer Clinic Web Page

DUO Two-Factor

Two-factor authentication (2FA) adds an extra layer of security to your online accounts. Verifying your identity using a second factor, like your phone or other mobile device, prevents anyone but you from accessing your account, even if they know your password. Click here for more information.

Library Resources