Getting Connected
ITS provides several ways to access the USC network.
For information about registering personal and office computers to the USC network, see the Computer Registration Overview page.
- USCNet
- USCNet, USC's high-speed network, provides users with connectivity in academic and office buildings. Faculty and staff should register computers for use on USCNet.
- ResNet
- ResNet provides users with network connectivity in residence halls, Leavey Library and some academic buildings. Students should register computers for use on ResNet.
- USC's Wireless Network
- Access to USC's wireless network is free and open to all. You can gain wireless access to the USC Network from most outdoor common areas, libraries, auditoriums, on-campus eateries and the University Village Food Court.
- Mobile Devices
- In order to access the USC wireless network or your USC email on a mobile device, such as a Blackberry or iPhone, it is recommended that you register the MAC address of the device for use on the USC network.
- Virtual Private Networking (VPN)
- VPN, also called IP tunneling, is a secure method of accessing USC computer resources. While connected to the Internet, it allows you to connect to USC and get a USC IP address using your USC username and password.
- Digital Subscriber Line (DSL)
- DSL service is a high-speed alternative for faculty and staff to access the USC Network from home.
- Dialup Modems (PPP)
- Internet access up to 56 kbps for users who do not have a USC Network jack in their homes, offices or residence halls.