New students: Learn more about the services offered by UMass Amherst IT and get started with technology before your semester begins.
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Activate Your AccountYour UMass Amherst IT Account gives you access to most computing resources on campus, including the student information system (SPIRE), email, wireless Internet, and free software downloads. Use the NetID and initial password sent to you via email to activate your account at: |
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Check Your University EmailDon't miss out on important information! Check your UMass Amherst Google Mail account regularly. The university uses your UMass email address for official email communications (e.g., excess check notices, enrollment updates, etc). |
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Prep Your Computer |
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Get Free & Discounted Software
More on Free & Discounted Software... |
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Secure Your ComputerIf your computer is compromised, you may be disconnected from the campus network. Be sure to:
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Uninstall Peer-to-Peer SoftwareIllicitly downloading copyrighted materials puts you at risk for fines, university sanctions, civil lawsuits, even criminal charges - and increases the risk of malware and system compromises. We recommend you remove BitTorrent clients and similar programs from your computer before coming to campus. Use legal alternatives to obtain music, books, movies, or software. More on Copyright Infringement... |
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Explore SPIREYou will use SPIRE to register for classes, view your grades, sign up for on-campus housing, manage your university finances, and sign up for emergency alerts. Don't forget to add your cell phone number and non-UMass email address under My Personal Information. More on SPIRE... |
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Get Connected While on Campus
More on Wireless... |
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Check Out our Computer Classrooms
More on Computer Classrooms |
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Access Online Library ResourcesUse the UMass Amherst Libraries Remote Access Bookmarklet to access library resources from off-campus. |
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