What is a Virtual Private Network (VPN)?
A VPN provides secure access from your computer to Camosun resources, e.g., a computer lab workstation, files, and applications. Using a VPN allows you to access Camosun resources as if you were on campus. Camosun uses Cisco AnyConnect VPN client available for Windows, Mac, and Linux computers
When is the VPN required?
VPN is required in order to access certain on-campus network systems:
Staff:
- Colleague
- WebReports
- Shared Drives
- Remote Desktop
Students:
- Computer Lab Workstations
- M: Drives
When is the VPN not required?
- Microsoft Office 365 (including Outlook, OneDrive, and Teams for employees)
- MyCamosun
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- D2L
Important Notes:
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- Students: Limit the use of the Camosun VPN for completing required course work in Camosun computer labs which are governed by the Acceptable Technology Use policy.
- If you are using a Camosun loaner device and need to install the VPN client, contact the ITS Service Desk:
If you have Anyconnect already installed:
- Click on start menu and search for Anyconnect, and open "Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client"
- There will be a dialog open on bottom right side of screen - enter vpn.camosun.ca in the text box, and then click Connect
- Username and password are your Camosun Credentials
Students log in this way
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Staff log in this way
- Once connected to VPN, you will be able to map and/or access the shared drives, Colleague, etc.
How to download and install the VPN Client
Students log in this way
- Download and install the Cisco AnyConnect app
How to sign-in to Camosun’s VPN - what is different?
The authentication process has changed. It now integrates Microsoft's secure authentication method. This means that you will login to the Camosun VPN with the same username and password used for Microsoft 365, rather than just the C-number/Student Number.