


Please visit the Northwestern IT Knowledge Base for VPN set-up and use instructions.Ĭustom VPN Group* – Limits certain resources to only specific usersĬustom VPN Groups are for campus organizations that want access to specific resources or applications limited to a pre-defined set of users. No other action is required.įor unmanaged University computers or home computers, or to use the VPN on a phone or other mobile device, you will need to install the client yourself. General Use VPN – To securely access Northwestern resources when off- campusįor managed devices, your school or department will have automatically installed the GlobalProtect VPN on your University-owned device.

The user’s traffic appears to originate from within the Northwestern network.Ī VPN connection is an extension of the Northwestern Network and subject to the University's Appropriate Use of Electronic Resources Policy. The VPN does this by encrypting the internet traffic between the computer/laptop/tablet and the campus network. It is important to note that any personal communications and files transmitted over or stored on Georgia Tech systems are also subject to the same regulations as business communications.Northwestern’s VPN service allows students, faculty, and staff to access University resources securely while using non-Northwestern networks to connect to the internet. While Georgia Tech upholds a commitment to respecting the privacy expectations of all employees and students, please be aware that any electronic information transmitted over or stored in Georgia Tech systems and networks is subject to audit, inspection, and disclosure to fulfill administrative or legal obligations. Any user of this service must comply with all Institute and Board of Regents policies, including the Acceptable Use Policy, Cyber Security Policy and Data Privacy Policy ( ). This service is provided by the Georgia Institute of Technology. If you need assistance enrolling in 2FA, please contact the OIT Enterprise Service Desk. If you are not already enrolled in 2FA, most users can enroll via self-service in Passport.

This applies to everyone - faculty, staff, students, employees, affiliates, and guests. In order to use the Georgia Tech VPN, you must be enrolled in Duo Two-Factor Authentication (2FA). Mac OS needs to download and install Mac 32/64 bit GlobalProtect agent.ĭownload Windows 32 bit GlobalProtect agentĭownload Windows 64 bit GlobalProtect agentĭownload Mac 32/64 bit GlobalProtect agent Windows 64 bit OS needs to download and install Windows 64 bit GlobalProtect agent. Windows 32 bit OS needs to download and install Windows 32 bit GlobalProtect agent.
