Here’s a quick overview of the campus computing services available to you. Your college or department may offer others.
Computer Regulations
Here are some regulations that are particularly important for students:
- NC State Regulations and Rules for Student IT Use
- Copyright Infringement – Policy Statement
- Peer-to-Peer (P2P) File Sharing
Unity Credentials
Your Unity credentials (ID and password) are your keys to university-provided online and other IT resources, many of which are covered on this page.
Important
NEVER share your Unity password with ANYONE, no matter how urgent the request.
MyPack Portal
- MyPack Portal User Guide: Students helps you keep track of:
- grades
- classes (drop, add, swap)
- student employment
- tuition payments
- advisement
- more
- Go to MyPack Portal
- Managing your NC State email (e.g., groups, lists, forwards)
- Google Workspace at NC State
- Official email and calendar provider for campus.
- Apps for education, communication and collaboration.
Computer Recommendations
Your Computer at NC State offers recommendations for:
- a new computer system
- a laptop you already own that may be sufficient for a year or two
Computer Labs
- Unity computer labs
Access to internet, software and other IT resources. - Workstations in Unity computer labs – PC, Macintosh and Linux.
- Virtual Computing Lab (VCL)
Work on a remote computer with just the applications you want.
Printing
- Send documents to any supported printer on campus.
- Pay with your WolfPack One Card (campus ID card).
- See WolfPrint FollowMe Printing.
Software
- Antivirus software
- University requirement: See NC State Antivirus Resources
- Free Office 365 (1 TB)
- Software Licensing
For free use on campus - SAS Software
For statistical analysis - Also see Software & Hardware.
Connection to Campus Network
- ResNet
Network in campus residences - Wireless Network Access
(eduroam and ncsu) - Virtual Computing Lab (VCL)
- Virtual Private Network
Connect securely to campus computing resources from a remote location.
Cable Television and Video Programming
- WolfTV
Student cable TV - WolfBytes Radio
- current events
- weather
- university information
- NC State’s best music!
- WolfBytes Video Production Services
- filming
- production
- editing
Telephone & Mobile Web
Get Connected
IT Security
- NC State Antivirus Resources
- Safe Computing at NC State
Security tips for your data and devices. - Enroll in NC State Two-Factor Authentication
Help
- NC State Help Desk
IT help for students, faculty and staff.
- OIT Walk-in Center
Technology and media services support for students: