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Reminder: Public Domain Access Changes soon
Dan Albrich
dalbrich@oregon.uoregon.edu
Very soon, our public domain servers are moving to an "IP-only" environment. (IP, or Internet Protocol, is the standard method of computer communication used around the world. Examples of IP applications, among others, include Web, Email, Telnet/SSH, FTP, and News.)
In many cases, this change affects the method you use to connect to the Computing Center's public domain servers. Pertinent details for both Mac and Windows users are outlined below:
Mac users can connect to CC Public Domain by opening the Chooser, selecting the "AppleShare" icon and then the button "server IP Address," and entering ccpd or the full TCP/IP name ccpd.uoregon.edu.
Mac OS 9 or higher: If you're running Mac OS 9 or higher, you can use the Network Browser found under the Apple menu to browse for CC Public Domain under the "uoregon.edu" group. When prompted for username and password, select the "Guest" radio button and then either "CC Public Domain" or "System Software" volume. Once the volume you select is mounted on your desktop, you may wish to use the "File" and "Make Alias" menus to create a shortcut for faster future access.
The URL for file and folder view is afp://ccpd.uoregon.edu For FTP access, it's ftp://ccpd.uoregon.edu. URLs can be entered into your web browsers "Address" or "location" field.
Older Mac OS versions: If you are running an older version of Mac OS, you may not see the "server IP Address" button described above. The preferred connection method is possible with Mac OS 7.6.1 and higher, but you'll want to see our web pages with steps and pictures to complete the software updates necessary.
Please also feel free to contact us for further assistance (microhelp@oregon, 346-4412).
Important Note Regarding MacTCP: Due to compatibility problems with MacTCP, Macs using MacTCP will cease to function on the UO network in the very near future (see related article in this issue). This means you will need Mac OS 7.6.1 or higher. We recommend updating to any PowerMacintosh (including G3, G4, and iMac with system 8.1 or higher).
For many users, the connection method will remain identical to what it has been. The easiest method is to select the "start" button followed by the "run..." menu. Then type \\public\software and select the "OK" button.
If you use the Network Neighborhood, look for Public in the "Uoregon" group.
The URL for accessing public will remain ftp://public.uoregon.edu You can enter this URL into your web browser's "Address" or 'location" field.
If you need more help connecting to a public domain server, see the step-by-step instructions and pictures at http://micro.uoregon.edu/pd/
If you have further questions, feel free to contact Dan Albrich at dalbrich@oregon.uoregon.edu or call the Help Desk at 346-4412.