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This page updated:
May 19, 2008

Virtual Computer Labs

Applications

For a complete list of applications available on the Windows Virtual Lab, please see our software list.

File Access

Your UCSC Home Directory will be mounted during your session. Use this file space to open and save documents. In addition your local drives will be mounted by default. You have the option to not mount them. See this FAQ for more information. (opens a new window)

Printing

At this time, printing is not allowed. See this FAQ for more information. (opens a new window)

Connection Speeds

If you are connecting from home you may need a broadband internet connection to get best performance from the Windows Virtual Lab.

Access From the CruzNet Wireless Network

You can connect to the Windows Virtual Lab while using the CruzNet wireless network. Simply establish your connection on CruzNet and then login to the Windows Virtual Lab.

Scheduled Outages

The Windows Virtual lab may be unavailable 3:00am to 3:30am every morning for scheduled maintenance.

Frequently Asked Questions

The following list of links while open a new browser window when clicked.

• How do I connect to the Windows Virtual Lab?
• What applications are available using Windows Virtual Lab?
• I need to report something broken in Windows Virtual Lab.
• What are the usage policies for Windows Virtual Lab?
• Can I print from the Windows Virtual Lab?
• How can I access my files using Windows Virtual Lab?
• How do I install the Windows Virtual Lab client for Mac OS X?
• How do I change the screen size or resolution when using the Virtual Lab on Mac OS X?
• I was using the Virtual Lab and my session was disconnected. What happened and how can I reconnect?
• How do I access my Home Directory on the Virtual Lab when the shortcut on the desktop doesn't work?

Feedback

We want to hear your feedback. Please send comments to ic@ucsc.edu regarding your experience with the Windows Virtual Lab.