All Computing and Network problems including email or other UM-supported software and hardware. 301-405-1500
» Helpdesk website

Looking for a computer lab? Review of list of campus computer lab locations.

Activate your umd.edu account (your official University email address) and have the option of adding a WAM or GLUE accounts. If you would like to change the e-mail address that the University uses to send you announcements, you can do so through Testudo.
» Email Activation website

If you need to bring your computer skills up to speed, the Office of Information Technology (OIT) offers inexpensive ($10) non-credit classes throughout the summer and the academic year. You will need an active university email account to take courses. The more you can do before classes start, the better.
» Computer Peer-Training website

All WAM labs and most other computer labs do not allow you to print unless you have a print account. There are 3 steps for setting up a Print Account. It is recommended that you do them in order.
» How to obtain a print account instructions

If you have a personal computer and you'd like to plug into the campus wired network, you'll first need to register your computer. To access the internet with your wireless ethernet card, simply open your web browser in an area with wireless coverage. You will be automatically prompted for your Directory ID and Password.
» Computer Registration website

The University is offering a laptop lending program to its UMCP students, allowing them to use new Dell 5100 laptops with wireless internet cards. Bring your student ID and one other form of ID (e.g. drivers license) to the Information Desk at the Stamp Student Union. Laptops can be checked out for up to 2 hours at a time. For questions call 4-DESK.

The University has implemented a wireless network in many common areas across campus. For more on accessing the wireless network see Register Computer with Campus Network.
» Campus Wireless Network map

The Microsoft "Work at Home" policy provides an opportunity for graduate students with assistantships to install an additional copy of selected Microsoft software products on their home computer or portable PC for the duration of their employment with the University. Eligible Software products include Microsoft Office 2000 Premium, Microsoft Works, Publisher, Front Page, Visual Studio Professional, or any of their component products, regardless of version. Please note that Operating System products are NOT eligible for Work at Home use. For more information see below links:
» Available Software for "Work at Home" Program
» Conditions for the Use of "Work at Home" Software
» UMD's Nethics "Using Software" Guide

Save money on your computer purchase through the University Book Center. They have links to the Maryland academic accounts through Dell, Gateway, and Apple computers.