Wireless network enables properly-equipped computers to connect to the internet and/or campus network without a network cable. The wireless network works by radio—network card in your computer transmits and receives information from network-access-points installed across the campus by high-frequency radio waves. Wireless is available throughout the Whitman campus, including some outdoor areas.
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Whitman Wi-Fi Hotspots
Whitman Wi-Fi Hotspots, compliments of Spectrum Networks, is available for any visitor to access the Internet.
Connect to the wireless network named whitman_wifi_hotspot .
Open your device's web browser. You should be redirected to a special webpage with more information about the network you are connecting to.
Follow the on-screen instructions to finalize your connection. You can now access the Internet.
Note: If you are visiting campus and need simple access to the Internet, this is the easiest way to get connected. No username or password is required. If you need access to campus network, you must obtain a guest account and use the Whitman Wireless Network.
Whitman Secure
Whitman Secure is for people with Whitman network accounts, to access both the Internet and Whitman resources.
Connect to the wireless network named whitman_secure.
Enter your credentials the first time you connect to whitman_secure.
Troubleshooting
Visit the sections below to learn how to troubleshoot your wireless connection.
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