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UO VPN Software

We have two types of VPN software: a VPN client and WebVPN. The VPN client installs and runs on your computer. WebVPN requires nothing more than a web browser.

Use WebVPN if you need to access university web sites. To use WebVPN, see our WebVPN page.

To install the VPN client, download the installer and run it. The software is also available on our Duckware CD; the download offers the most up-to-date version.

What is VPN?
VPN stands for Virtual Private Network, and relates to a set of software and hardware that enable your computer to transparently connect to a remote network as if you were physically attached to that network. In addition, the communication between your computer and the remote VPN hardware is encrypted.

Why Use VPN?
The most common reason to use VPN is when you are using a computer off-campus and need to access an electronic resource that is restricted to on-campus access only. The UO Library has a number of access-restricted resources and databases. You can use either VPN or the Library's login system to access these resources.

How to Use VPN

For instructions on how to use VPN, select a version:

Additional Assistance
If you have additional questions please contact our Help Desk.