Description
A Verizon hotspot provides temporary internet access using the cellular network when standard organizational connectivity is unavailable and is intended for short-term or backup use only. University faculty and staff may use a hotspot when working off-site, traveling, or during network outages or maintenance. All organizational security policies remain in effect, including the use of VPN and multi-factor authentication where required, and assistance is available through the IT Service Desk.
Cost
The cost to request and use a Verizon hotspot is billed monthly at $37.99 to your Ohio University departmental account number.
Additional resources
Service support
Get help
- Visit the Technology Help Center (help.ohio.edu) to get live support, view outages, and browse trainings.
Accessibility
Ohio University strives to make its digital resources and services accessible to all visitors, including those with disabilities who may also be using assistive technology. If special steps are necessary in order to improve the accessibility of experiences for end users, those steps must be taken.
If you experience a barrier that affects your ability to access OHIO websites, videos, online forums, documents, or other information technology, please let us know.
For further information about OHIO's digital accessibility resources, see:
Security
The Ohio University Information Security Office strives to educate and empower the University community to appropriately manage risks and protect OHIO’s information and systems. This effort is facilitated through policies, standards, an information security risk management program, as well as other tools and guidance that are provided to the University community. This modern approach creates a safe computing environment in which the university community can teach, learn, and conduct research.
For additional information about OHIO’s security resources, see: