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Getting Started Guides

Information technology is everywhere at MIT, and if you study or work here, you're likely to use it. This IT landscape can be a bit overwhelming to those who are new to the Institute. Even those who know their way around may need to learn a new operating system or setup a new device -- like a laptop with a wireless card. If you're getting started with some aspect of computing at the Institute, this page will point you in the right direction.

Computing for Incoming MIT Students
An overview of MIT's student computing environment and everything you need to get up and running using academic and student computing services in one place. New students should start here!

Intro to Computing at MIT
The basics of computing, including:

Acquiring a Computer
Getting an Account
Certificates/Security
Getting Software
Backup and Anti-Virus
Computer Training

Get Connected to MITnet: MIT's Network
Step-by-step instructions for connecting, including:

Introduction to MITnet
What you Need to Connect
Making the Connection:
- Mac OS X
- Windows XP
- Linux
Rules of Use

Communicating: Email and More
Communicating with others using technology:

Email and WebMail
Mailing Lists
Email Services (Spam Screening and Auto-Responder)
Instant Messaging (Zephyr)

Intro to Telecommunications at MIT
A comprehensive introduction to:

MIT's Telephone Service
Voice Mail
Other Telecommunication Services
Equipment and More


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