It’s a new day for Wi-Fi at UMass Boston!

 

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To provide pervasive Wi-Fi connectivity on campus, ITS/CIS staff have dramatically improved the network by replacing and tuning over 1000 access points on campus! This includes replacing the hardware with next-generation equipment, and configuring load groups to meet the demands of crowded areas such as cafeteria, large classrooms, and event spaces. The major enhancements provide improved and ubiquitous Wi-Fi coverage within the academic buildings, including the on-campus outdoor bus stops but excluding stairwells and bathrooms. In addition, a high availability backbone network has been architected and implemented to sustain the Wi-Fi uptime and its quality of service. IT Services started the semester with a large communications campaign to let the community know about these improvements, and requesting anyone still experiencing problems to get in touch for quick help. The message of these communications was that IT Services is committed to providing 100% Wi-Fi coverage for every indoor learning, working, and recreation space on campus!